Serving 1,347 students in grades 9-12, Smithfield High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithfield High School's student population of 1,347 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithfield High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithfield High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#459 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
30%
22%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithfield High School's ranking?
Smithfield High School is ranked #459 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Smithfield High School often compared to?
Smithfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithfield High School?
The graduation rate of Smithfield High School is 91%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Smithfield High School?
1,347 students attend Smithfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Smithfield High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 High School?
Smithfield High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithfield High School offer ?
Smithfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithfield High School part of?
Smithfield High School is part of Isle Of Wight County School District.
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