Serving 994 students in grades 6-8, Paul R. Smith Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 994 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul R. Smith Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul R. Smith Middle School's student population of 994 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul R. Smith Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul R. Smith Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3124 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul R. Smith Middle School's ranking?
Paul R. Smith Middle School is ranked #3124 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Paul R. Smith Middle School often compared to?
Paul R. Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Springs Middle School, Gulf Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Paul R. Smith Middle School?
994 students attend Paul R. Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Paul R. Smith Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul R. Smith Middle School?
Paul R. Smith Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paul R. Smith Middle School offer ?
Paul R. Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Paul R. Smith Middle School part of?
Paul R. Smith Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
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