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Smithfield Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 593 students

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5 stars

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Posted August 17, 2012

This school used to do "whatever it takes". This is no longer the case! We have lost some top teachers over the pat few years and administration is no longer approachable.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 5, 2010

This school is very welcoming. I had to transfer and Principal Harris was incredibly caring and helpful. My son is challenged and I love the way this school integrates TD so that kids don't even know they are doing something "different" than the other kids. My son's teacher keeps in contact with me when he has concerns. This school is diverse and has a lot of great clubs. Also, since the middle school and high school in this home area are so close, they work a lot together and the older students have volunteer opportunities with the younger students. Great programs!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 3, 2009

Everyone works together to do whatever it takes to ensure all students succeed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 31, 2009

Great teachers, balanced diverslity, focus on all students succeeding
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 23, 2009

The moment you come into smithfield elementary you feel very welcome.Outstanding staff,great teachers and a perfect environment for the kids.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 23, 2009

Smithfield challenges all children to achieve. Because Smithfield remembers that children are more than just receptacles of knowledge, it provides fun and recognition for their hard work. Teachers often work beyond the regular school hours to ensure this success.They analyze data to drive their relooping of their students. We parents are informed of strategies we can use to help our children excel. My husband and I are encouraged to become partners with our child's teachers in the learning process. The P.T.S.A. is exceptional. It consists of dedicated parents who often continue volunteering in this capacity as their children progress in middle school and high school, thereby enriching the lives of all the students involved. I am proud that my son is a Smithfield Dolphin!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 19, 2009

Smithfield is a safe and fun and wonderful school for my child and teachers and her friends.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2009

The teachers and administrators do whatever it takes to make sure my child and all the other students have a positive experience at the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 14, 2009

They work very hard to make sure every child gets what they need!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 14, 2009

I love how easily they transitioned my son, who has cerebral palsy, into Kindergarten. He comes home literally EVERY DAY with a smile on his face. I love Smithfield and cant thank them enough for all they do!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 14, 2009

The Staff is the BEST!! They truly do want our children to succeed. They'll do 'whatever it takes.'
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 12, 2009

You will not find happier children than at this school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 11, 2009

My daughter teaches at Smithfield Elementary School. The school is inviting environment filled with learning opportunities. The staff and parent volunteers work endlessly to provide the best for the students that are part of the Smithfield family.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 8, 2009

This is a wonderful school with devoted caring teachers that don't always have much to work with outside of parent volunteers so this money could really help purchase school supplies needed for the children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 8, 2009

My daughter Elena is getting the support she needs to become a better student.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 7, 2009

The moment you come in Smithfield Elementary School you feel very welcome.The staff is unbelievably nice and helpful.The teachers are great and dedicated.The students are so happy to be in school.I know mine is thrilled to be there everyday.GO DOLPHINS!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 7, 2009

The teachers and staff are attentive and loving to each student and treat them all with respect. Each child is special.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 6, 2009

I like smithfield because my kids have been there for 3 years and the teachers have been very helpful a lot.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 2, 2009

The teachers and staff are great and the kids are wonderful. Everyone Teachers,kids and parents are all working together to make education fun and important to all.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 30, 2009

The teachers are great with the students. Very patient.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

98 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

98 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
72%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

93 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

93 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
65%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
63%

2009

 
 
73%
Science

The state average for Science was 76% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
55%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students86%
Female88%
Male84%
Black63%
Asiann/a
Hispanic88%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilities44%
Non-disabled students90%
Limited English proficiency75%
Proficient in English88%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students76%
Female81%
Male71%
Black58%
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilities44%
Non-disabled students79%
Limited English proficiency38%
Proficient in English83%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students95%
Female>95%
Male94%
Black91%
Asian>95%
Hispanic89%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White>95%
Economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Students with disabilities64%
Non-disabled students>95%
Limited English proficiency83%
Proficient in English>95%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students74%
Female77%
Male72%
Black64%
Asian60%
Hispanic58%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged62%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilities29%
Non-disabled students82%
Limited English proficiency33%
Proficient in English80%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students80%
Female83%
Male78%
Black68%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilities60%
Non-disabled students85%
Limited English proficiency70%
Proficient in English82%
Academically giftedn/a

Reading

All Students72%
Female75%
Male69%
Black68%
Asiann/a
Hispanic67%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White77%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilities27%
Non-disabled students82%
Limited English proficiency60%
Proficient in English73%
Academically giftedn/a

Science

All Students73%
Female61%
Male82%
Black72%
Asiann/a
Hispanic44%
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged59%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilities67%
Non-disabled students74%
Limited English proficiency60%
Proficient in English75%
Academically giftedn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 36% 31%
Hispanic 30% 11%
White 29% 54%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 53%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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3200 Smithfield Church Rd
Charlotte, NC 28210
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Phone: (980) 343-6550

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