CARL SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Carl Smith Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Terra Bella Union Elementary school district, located in Terra Bella, CA with about 297 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 11 teachers, Carl Smith Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

Carl Smith Middle School is a public school located in the rural community of Terra Bella, California, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Terra Bella Union Elementary School District, the school functions as a central academic hub for the local agricultural area, focusing on foundational learning and middle-grades development within a smaller, community-oriented environment.

The school is dedicated to preparing its students for the transition to high school by emphasizing core curriculum standards and personal growth. Given its location in the Central Valley, the school often reflects the tight-knit nature of the Terra Bella community, prioritizing a supportive educational atmosphere where faculty and staff work closely with families to foster student success both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Carl Smith Middle at (559) 535-4451 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.