Oscar F. Smith High

1994 Tiger Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23320

2,291 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Oscar F. Smith High School, located in Chesapeake, Virginia, is a prominent secondary institution serving students in the surrounding community. As part of the Chesapeake Public Schools district, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student-led clubs. Known for its "Tiger" pride, the school fosters a traditional high school environment that aims to prepare students for both higher education and the professional workforce.

Beyond its academic focus, Oscar F. Smith High is often recognized for its strong sense of school spirit and its active involvement in the local community. The campus features modern facilities designed to support a diverse student body, encouraging both intellectual growth and social development. By prioritizing student engagement and maintaining rigorous educational standards, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to take on the challenges of life after high school.

2,291

Total Students

164.2

Full-Time Teachers

13.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

70.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Oscar F. Smith High
Demographic	Student Count
White	431
Hispanic	355
Black	1,271
Asian	54
Two or More	168
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	9

Black
1,271 (55.5 %)
White
431 (18.8 %)
Hispanic
355 (15.5 %)
Two or More
168 (7.3 %)
Asian
54 (2.4 %)
Pacific Islander
9 (0.4 %)
American Indian
3 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Chesapeake City Public Schools
Phone:	(757)548-0696
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,291
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	164.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,617
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 617

Grade 10 577

Grade 11 562

Grade 12 535