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Smithfield High School

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  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Smithfield, VA
  • 258 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      A-
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      B-
    7. Administration
      C
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      C-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Smithfield High School is an above average, public school located in Smithfield, VA. It has 1,215 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. According to state test scores, 79% of students are at least proficient in math and 86% in reading.
    Address
    14171 Turner Dr
    Smithfield, VA 23430
    Telephone
    (757) 357-3108
    Website
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    Smithfield High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    86%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    79%
    Average Graduation Rate
    91%
    Average SAT
    1110
    255 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    60 responses
    AP Enrollment
    19%
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    Living in the Area
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $52,500
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,074
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $11,500
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    76%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.34 responses
    Poll
    68%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.34 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 130 responses
    Report
    • Spirit Week: we dress up in pre-determined themes
      22%
    • Football games
      15%
    • Homecoming
      14%
    • Senior Prank and Senior Ditch Day
      13%
    • Prom
      8%
    • Pep rally
      7%
    • Basketball games
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,215
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    27%
    76%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.38 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.38 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.38 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    18:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $55,055
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    4.9%
    61%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.44 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.44 responses
    57%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.44 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,246/ year
    National
    $12,239
    83%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.47 responses
    32%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.47 responses
    64%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.47 responses
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    Smithfield High School Reviews

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    I am a currently a senior at Smithfield High, and I have attended this school for four years now. As a Freshman (or New Student) Mentor for this school, all I can say is that Smithfield High is a terrific school. This school is a great place for students to make great friends as well as develop great connections with peers and staff. Teachers are very friendly and offer great lessons, including PBL and other forms of engaging activities. Students there are competitive in academics and especially, sports. Go Packers!
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    My experience with Smithfield High School has been very good! I have been a straight A student throughout my high school career thanks to the wonderful teachers and staff. There have been numerous teachers who have greatly impacted my high school experience. From needing advice, to helping with college applications, SHS has been great through it all.
    I've been going to Smithfield High School since I was a freshman. Smithfield is a very small town, which the community is very involved in with school events, like football, basketball and soccer games. We have a very diverse school with a lot of extra - curricular activities. Our school is beyond filled with school spirit and packer pride. Two years ago they put in their own CTE program ( trades school) which consist of a cosmetology program, culinary program, nursing program, agriculture program, building and trades and welding. They are still expanding on more programs they would like to install. I think this decision was an amazing idea for the students that attend Smithfield High, because it gives the students another opportunity in life other then going to college. With completing these programs you will also earn your license in some example: cosmetology school.