Serving 909 students in grades 6-8, Smith Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Smith Middle School's student population of 909 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
909 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Smith Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smith Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#52 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
34%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smith Middle School's ranking?
Smith Middle School is ranked #52 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Smith Middle School often compared to?
Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anthony Middle School, Spillane Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Smith Middle School?
909 students attend Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Smith Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Middle School?
Smith Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smith Middle School offer ?
Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Smith Middle School part of?
Smith Middle School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
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