SMITHVILLE J H

SMITHVILLE J H is a Title I public middle school that is part of the SMITHVILLE ISD school district, located in SMITHVILLE, TX with about 410 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 33 teachers, SMITHVILLE J H has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Smithville Junior High, located at 900 Wilkes St. in Smithville, Texas, serves as a core educational hub within the Smithville Independent School District. As a junior high institution, the school is dedicated to supporting students during the pivotal middle school years, focusing on academic growth, social development, and preparation for high school. The campus benefits from being part of a close-knit community, allowing for a focused learning environment that emphasizes student engagement and district-wide educational standards.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Smithville Independent School District, which strives to provide quality instruction and foster a positive school culture. By utilizing the resources provided through the district’s official website, families and community members can stay informed about academic calendars, extracurricular activities, and district policies. Overall, Smithville Junior High acts as a foundational bridge, aiming to equip its students with the skills and confidence necessary for future success in their academic journeys.

For more information, contact SMITHVILLE J H at (512) 237-2407 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

900 WILKES ST
SMITHVILLE, TX 78957-1110
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SMITHVILLE J H is a public Title I school in SMITHVILLE, TX with about 410 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SMITHVILLE ISD
Total Students:
410
Teachers:
33.73
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 410 students

White
57.8%
Hispanic/Latino
30.0%
Black or African American
7.1%
Two or more races
4.1%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

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.