Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Smithland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithland Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Smithland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithland Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1683 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
62%
20%
Black
9%
21%
White
22%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithland Elementary School's ranking?
Smithland Elementary School is ranked #1683 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Smithland Elementary School often compared to?
Smithland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A.m. Davis Elementary School, Southampton Elementary School, Stone Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Smithland Elementary School?
514 students attend Smithland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Smithland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithland Elementary School?
Smithland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithland Elementary School offer ?
Smithland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Smithland Elementary School part of?
Smithland Elementary School is part of Harrisonburg City School District.
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