Serving 642 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smithfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Smithfield Elementary School's student population of 642 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Smithfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithfield Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1014 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
30%
21%
Black
20%
25%
White
43%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithfield Elementary School's ranking?
Smithfield Elementary School is ranked #1014 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Smithfield Elementary School often compared to?
Smithfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pineville Elementary School, Beverly Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Smithfield Elementary School?
642 students attend Smithfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Smithfield Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithfield Elementary School?
Smithfield Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smithfield Elementary School offer ?
Smithfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithfield Elementary School part of?
Smithfield Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Smithfield Elementary School located?
Smithfield Elementary School is located in the Cameron Wood neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Cameron Wood.
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