E. E. Smith High School

E. E. Smith High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1800 Seabrook Rd,  Fayetteville, NC
Cumberland County Schools
4.0
4.3
903 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Donell Underdue
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1050
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
44%
Average GPA
3.29
Graduation Rate
80%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
A-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.29
Reading Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
61
Full Time Teachers
61
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1050
Math
500
Verbal
540
Average ACT
21
Math
19
English
21
Reading
22
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
6.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
244:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
48.2%
Black
66.8%
Hispanic
14%
White
9.7%
Two or more races
7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Fayetteville State University 266 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 247 Students
Winston-Salem State University 223 Students
North Carolina Central University 207 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 161 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro 155 Students
North Carolina State University 146 Students
East Carolina University 137 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 106 Students
University of North Carolina at Pembroke 96 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 79 Students
Biology 73 Students
Business 57 Students
Psychology 57 Students
Computer Science 37 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 36 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 23 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 23 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 22 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 251 Reviews
4.0 Junior
5/25/2024
At times, it feels as though the administration and higher ups in the school have no regard for individual students outside of those they favor (i.e., student athletes, members of student government, members of the well-known band, etc.).
4.0 Senior
2/15/2024
I loved my time at E.E Smith. It has been an exciting 3 years of my life. I can say that the best part of my school is the school spirit I see from everyone but, the worst is the lack of variety in classes. I wish they had more classes I could take.
5.0 Alum
6/27/2023
The best public school you'll ever attend for you or your children! They are well known throughout North Carolina if you come to Fayetteville.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 22 Reviews
5.0 student
7/7/2018
It has been great. The annual reports show that we been in the top 2-4 schools in Cumberland county since 2011, so I'm confused why the great school rating is still 3/10. It is by far the most close knit school in Cumberland county no matter your race or background, and Smith prepares most of us to...
5.0 parent
3/5/2018
Having moved a senior to E E Smith from the supposed best High School in district. He out performed previous years, better grades, more involved in school and made friends faster...highly recommend E E Smith. Best decision we made
5.0 other
4/1/2015
Great tradition of excellence. My experience at E.E. Smith was a most positive one. The staff and faculty had a sense of pride that was conveyed to every student. I was very blessed to attend this high school.
5.0 other
6/25/2013
All i can say is...Smith high we love thy name be thou our guide with deep affection and recollection,our alma Matas thou....under thou sheltering arms we'll stand always and sing in the praises of our Smith high school...Ra ra ra with harty cheer...hip hip hip we'll have no fear ...Smith high we lo...

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E. E. Smith High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Fayetteville, NC and is served by the Cumberland County Schools in North Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 903 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. E. E. Smith High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.29, the graduation rate is 80%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1050 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $201,703. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ramsey St. High School Alternative Program, Cross Creek Early College, Cumberland International Early College High School, and more. Learn more about what Fayetteville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near E. E. Smith High School.

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