Serving 884 students in grades 9-12, Smithville High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Smithville High School's student population of 884 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithville High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 2076 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
88%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithville High School's ranking?
Smithville High School is ranked #174 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Smithville High School often compared to?
Smithville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staley High School, Kearney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithville High School?
The graduation rate of Smithville High School is 96%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Smithville High School?
884 students attend Smithville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Smithville High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithville High School?
Smithville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Smithville High School offer ?
Smithville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithville High School part of?
Smithville High School is part of Smithville R-II School District.
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