DONALD B. DIXON-LYLE R. SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL
Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Stafford County Public Schools school district, located in Fredericksburg, VA with about 800 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 54 teachers, Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle 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.
Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle School, located on Deacon Road in Fredericksburg, Virginia, serves as a key educational institution within the Stafford County Public Schools system. Named in honor of two prominent figures in the community, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional growth. It typically serves students in grades 6 through 8, acting as a transitional bridge between elementary education and the more specialized curriculum found in high school.
The school is known for its commitment to a comprehensive middle school experience, emphasizing both core academic subjects and a variety of extracurricular activities. By focusing on developmental needs unique to adolescents, Dixon-Smith strives to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens. Through its partnership with families and the local Fredericksburg community, the school aims to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue personal excellence, build character, and develop the critical thinking skills necessary for future success.
For more information, contact Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle at (540) 899-0860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 899-0860
DONALD B. DIXON-LYLE R. SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Fredericksburg, VA with about 800 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Stafford County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 800
- Teachers:
- 54
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 800 students
- White
- 67.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 12.4%
- Black or African American
- 11.0%
- Two or more races
- 6.1%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.5%
- Male
- 51.5%
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.