BEN L. SMITH HIGH SCHOOL

Ben L. Smith High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Guilford County Schools school district, located in Greensboro, NC with about 1,274 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 86 teachers, Ben L. Smith High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ben L. Smith High School, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a key institution within the Guilford County Schools district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success. The campus is home to the "Golden Eagles" and offers a wide array of educational opportunities, ranging from core academic curriculum to various elective courses designed to foster student growth and engagement.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Ben L. Smith High School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular involvement and community connection. The school provides students with diverse avenues for development, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student-led clubs. By integrating traditional classroom learning with a supportive school culture, the institution strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute positively to their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact Ben L. Smith High School at (336) 294-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2407 South Holden Road
Greensboro, NC 27407-5799
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BEN L. SMITH HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Greensboro, NC with about 1,274 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
1,274
Teachers:
86.51
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,274 students

Black or African American
50.7%
Hispanic/Latino
31.4%
Asian
8.6%
White
4.2%
Two or more races
4.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
49.0%
Male
51.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.