Smithsburg Middle
534 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Smithsburg Middle School, located in the historic town of Smithsburg, Maryland, serves as a central hub for students in the northern part of Washington County. As part of the Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) system, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth. The school community emphasizes the transition from elementary to high school, focusing on building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking while encouraging students to explore their interests through various extracurricular activities and elective courses.
The school is well-regarded for its tight-knit community atmosphere, which reflects the small-town character of Smithsburg. Beyond the classroom, Smithsburg Middle encourages student engagement through a variety of sports teams, clubs, and service-learning initiatives, aiming to develop well-rounded citizens. By prioritizing collaboration between staff, parents, and the local community, the school strives to provide a supportive landscape where students are challenged to reach their potential and prepare for the demands of their future high school education.
The school is well-regarded for its tight-knit community atmosphere, which reflects the small-town character of Smithsburg. Beyond the classroom, Smithsburg Middle encourages student engagement through a variety of sports teams, clubs, and service-learning initiatives, aiming to develop well-rounded citizens. By prioritizing collaboration between staff, parents, and the local community, the school strives to provide a supportive landscape where students are challenged to reach their potential and prepare for the demands of their future high school education.
534
Total Students
38.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 409 |
| Hispanic | 48 |
| Black | 39 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 33 |
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White409 (76.6 %)
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Hispanic48 (9.0 %)
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Black39 (7.3 %)
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Two or More33 (6.2 %)
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Asian5 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Washington County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (301)766-8353 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 534 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 38.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 210 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 47 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
183
Grade 7
162
Grade 8
189
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 183 |
| Grade 7 | 162 |
| Grade 8 | 189 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 269 | 50.4% |
| Male | 265 | 49.6% |
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