Smithfield High School

Smithfield High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
14171 Turner Dr,  Smithfield, VA
Isle of Wight County Public Schools
3.5
3.0
1,322 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Stenette Byrd
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
78%
Reading Proficiency
88%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
93%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
78%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
82
Full Time Teachers
82
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
560
Verbal
580
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
24
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
69.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
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
328:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
White
52.3%
Black
32.1%
Two or more races
7%
Hispanic
6.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Old Dominion University 354 Students
James Madison University 323 Students
Virginia Commonwealth University 277 Students
Virginia Tech 253 Students
University of Virginia 219 Students
Christopher Newport University 201 Students
George Mason University 181 Students
Norfolk State University 178 Students
William & Mary 155 Students
Virginia State University 122 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 112 Students
Psychology 99 Students
Biology 99 Students
Nursing 82 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 60 Students
Mechanical Engineering 34 Students
Engineering 33 Students
Political Science and Government 30 Students
Criminology 30 Students
Chemistry 29 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 268 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/4/2025
I have enjoyed my time at Smithfield High School. This year has been the most challenging as I prepare to transition to college next year. The teachers are supportive in your growth and development, which is always a positive. Honors and AP courses are offered, which offer a greater opportunity to get a head start for college.
5.0 Senior
7/8/2025
I've been going yo smithfield for a very long time now. I feel like its a great school and a very nice and safe environment to be around. Teachers are great, system is great and everything.
4.0 Alum
7/4/2025
Smithfield Highschool is somewhat of a tight-knit school due to it being one of the few Highschools in Isle of Wight County. It was enjoyable for me because I was engaged in sports and many other school clubs. Not everyone participates in the school culture but those who do have fun.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/30/2025
I found this community to be welcoming. I love the small town slow pace of it. Many of the kids have gone to college and graduated.
1.0 parent
9/17/2021
This school has completely gone downhill. The admin fail to keep students safe while in the school. Dr. Thornton cares more about increasing his pay than his employees health, or students well being. IOWCS has taken a sharp turn in failing their students.
2.0 teacher
5/22/2021
Some of the best teachers I’ve ever encountered work at the school. Sadly you can tell their morale is extremely low thanks to a vindictive and uncaring superintendent. The school system was warned not to hire this person but insisted on doing so. They are now paying for this with low test scores, l...
4.0 parent
8/1/2018
I have two daughters at this school, who always felt safe and welcomed. Overall, their teachers were very good, and some were outstanding. I appreciated the support of the administration during the school violence protests that occurred during the school day. Communication was excellent. There are n...

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Smithfield High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Smithfield, VA, in the Smithfield neighborhood, and is served by the Isle of Wight County Public Schools in Virginia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,322 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 78% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 88% are proficient in reading. Smithfield High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1140 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $465,061. Discover additional schools in the area, like Calvary Christian Academy, Smithfield Middle School, Hampton Roads Classical, and more. Learn more about what Smithfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Smithfield High School.

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