Serving 273 students in grades 7-8, Frank L Smart Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank L Smart Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Frank L Smart Intermediate's student population of 273 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frank L Smart Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank L Smart Intermediate is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1228 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
13%
Black
26%
7%
White
41%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank L Smart Intermediate's ranking?
Frank L Smart Intermediate is ranked #1228 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Frank L Smart Intermediate often compared to?
Frank L Smart Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Sudlow Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Frank L Smart Intermediate?
273 students attend Frank L Smart Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Frank L Smart Intermediate students are White, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank L Smart Intermediate?
Frank L Smart Intermediate has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank L Smart Intermediate offer ?
Frank L Smart Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank L Smart Intermediate part of?
Frank L Smart Intermediate is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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