Sgt. Paul R. Smith Middle School

Sgt. Paul R. Smith Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
14303 Citrus Pointe Dr,  Tampa, FL
Hillsborough County Public Schools
1.1
3.5
580 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Robert Kleesattel
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Math Proficiency
56%
Reading Proficiency
45%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
56%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
28
Full Time Teachers
28
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
15%
State Average
20%
Science
25%
State Average
23%
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
366:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.4%
Female
49.6%
Hispanic
62.8%
White
18.5%
Black
8.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.7%
Two or more races
3.3%

School Rankings

#142 Niche Standout MS in Florida
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
1.1 5 Reviews
1.0 Parent
5/21/2019
Es horrible la escuelA no la recomiendo para nada no tienes información de nada y encima el trato es rasista
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 32 Reviews
5.0 other
8/14/2025
This is a great middle school! Mr. Kleesattel has done an amazing job since taking over this school as principal. The school has a dedicated staff who truly care about their students. Sergeant Smith is currently rated an "A" school. Congratulations to Mr. Kleesattel, his administration, and awesome...
5.0 teacher
9/3/2022
The teaching staff at Sgt. Paul R. Smith Middle School is fantastic. They truly value teamwork and go above and beyond to help each other so they can do what is best for the students. This is a high B school (that barely missed an A rating) and the students, staff and administration are great.
4.0 teacher
9/2/2022
Students in the physical science honors class learn through scientific investigation. 2 labs a week where real scientific procedures are followed.
5.0 parent
9/2/2022
Let me start by saying that I really never write reviews. However, when I hear on the news that there are so many teacher shortages in schools, I felt compelled to do one for a school that I am so grateful for. I have had 2 boys attend Sgt. Smith for all of their middle school years - including duri...

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Sgt. Paul R. Smith Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Tampa, FL, in the Citrus Park neighborhood, and is served by the Hillsborough County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 580 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 56% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% are proficient in reading. Sgt. Paul R. Smith Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $552,767. Discover additional schools in the area, like Sickles High School, Sports Leadership and Management Academy, Hope Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Tampa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sgt. Paul R. Smith Middle School.

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