Serving 534 students in grades 6-8, Smithsburg Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithsburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smithsburg Middle School's student population of 534 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithsburg Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithsburg Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#317 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
7%
33%
White
77%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithsburg Middle School's ranking?
Smithsburg Middle School is ranked #317 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Smithsburg Middle School often compared to?
Smithsburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield Middle School, Boonsboro Middle School, Western Heights Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Smithsburg Middle School?
534 students attend Smithsburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Smithsburg Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithsburg Middle School?
Smithsburg Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithsburg Middle School offer ?
Smithsburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithsburg Middle School part of?
Smithsburg Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/5/2014
We are military family. Two in Smithsburg High School. Two went from elementary, Smithsburg middle school to Smithsburg High School. We love the school because of the faculty, staffs, and parents whom helped supported each other for the students to achieved their goals.
5 6/30/2010
Great athletics. Great teaching skills. Always clean.
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