Serving 601 students in grades 7-8, Smithfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithfield Middle School's student population of 601 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Smithfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithfield Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#713 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
28%
22%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithfield Middle School's ranking?
Smithfield Middle School is ranked #713 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Smithfield Middle School?
601 students attend Smithfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Smithfield Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithfield Middle School?
Smithfield Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithfield Middle School offer ?
Smithfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Smithfield Middle School part of?
Smithfield Middle School is part of Isle Of Wight County School District.
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