Smithfield High School is a public high school located in Smithfield, Virginia in Isle of Wight County, south of Newport News and the James River. It is part of the Isle of Wight County Public Schools and graduated its first class in 1906. The school's current facility opened in 1980.
Serving 1,310 students in grades 9-12, Smithfield High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Smithfield High School's student population of 1,310 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Smithfield High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithfield High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#245 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
32%
22%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Packer (razorback Hog)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithfield High School's ranking?
Smithfield High School is ranked #245 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Smithfield High School often compared to?
Smithfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithfield High School?
The graduation rate of Smithfield High School is 93%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Smithfield High School?
1,310 students attend Smithfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Smithfield High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithfield High School?
Smithfield High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithfield High School offer ?
Smithfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Smithfield High School part of?
Smithfield High School is part of Isle Of Wight County School District.
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