Smith High School serves 21 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
43%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
52%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≥50%
75%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smith High School?
The graduation rate of Smith High School is 50%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 75%.
How many students attend Smith High School?
21 students attend Smith High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Smith High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith High School?
Smith High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Smith High School offer ?
Smith High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Smith High School part of?
Smith High School is part of School District No. Re-1 Valley.
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