For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 601 students in Smithfield, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Smithfield, VA is Smithfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithfield, VA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in Smithfield have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Smithfield, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithfield Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14175 Turner Drive
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 365-4100
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 365-4100
Gr: 7-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Smithfield, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Smithfield, VA include Smithfield Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Smithfield?
1 public middle schools are located in Smithfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithfield?
Smithfield public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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