Serving 853 students in grades 6-8, Smith Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 853 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Smith Middle School's student population of 853 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
853 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
3%
12%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Middle School's ranking?
Smith Middle School is ranked #204 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Smith Middle School?
853 students attend Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Smith Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Middle School?
Smith Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smith Middle School offer ?
Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smith Middle School part of?
Smith Middle School is part of Glastonbury School District.
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