William Smith High School

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William Smith High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
400 Airport Blvd,  Aurora, CO
Aurora Joint School District No. 28
4.2
4.2
410 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
0%
Reading Proficiency
31%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B
College Prep
A-
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
31%
Math Proficiency
0%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
24
Full Time Teachers
24
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
510
Verbal
530
Average ACT
20
Math
18
English
20
Reading
22
Science
22
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

4
Equity
5
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
9.2%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
189:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.9%
Male
47.1%
Hispanic
77.6%
White
10.2%
Black
6.1%
Two or more races
3.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Colorado Denver 92 Students
Colorado State University 88 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 84 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver 83 Students
University of Denver 56 Students
University of Northern Colorado 48 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 46 Students
Colorado School of Mines 32 Students
Colorado Mesa University 31 Students
Community College of Aurora 31 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 23 Students
Biology 23 Students
Psychology 16 Students
Nursing 16 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 10 Students
Criminology 9 Students
Architecture 9 Students
Political Science and Government 8 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 84 Reviews
5.0 Senior
8/31/2023
The unique schedule structure and events makes it very easy for a student to feel engaged with the school and focus on their work without lacking in social activities that would help a student mature. the small number of students helps the school very well because it lets the school focus helping the students with what they want to pursue outside of school. it also has many opportunities that it makes incredibly easy to participate in if you are looking towards getting a head start in your college education.
5.0 Senior
12/27/2018
The intensity of academics to increase the classes are gradually getting better but they need to match other schools and have AP classes.
5.0 Senior
12/7/2018
I love the approach to academics at William Smith High School. The hands-on project-based learning helps all students be immersed in the curriculum. The teachers are dedicated to helping every student succeed. It is a very supportive and driven community.
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4.2 10 Reviews
5.0 other
1/25/2022
Great school. Very diverse and make learning interesting for the kids. Small classes, Small student body definitely makes it more personal for the students.
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5.0 other
5/22/2016
I graduated class of 1995. This school may not be for everyone. I say this only because you achieve at your own pace. This is a school for young adults who prefer to be responsible for themselves. The life lessons and academic learning i received still help me to this day.
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5.0 parent
3/1/2014
My son has been at William Smith now for a couple years & it was THE BEST MOVE we have ever made for a school. The principal & the staff are wonderful & actively try to embody the spirit of Expeditionary Learning. Cannot recommend it higher.
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5.0 student
8/7/2013
My school is the best school I've ever been in. I just started my second year and they have told us what our first trip is. I love this school
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William Smith High School

William Smith High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Aurora, CO and is served by the Aurora Joint School District No. 28 in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 410 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 0% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 31% are proficient in reading. William Smith High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 20. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hinkley High School, Gateway High School, Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy, and more. Learn more about what Aurora has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near William Smith High School.

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