Serving 430 students in grades 6-8, Frank L Smart Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank L Smart Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Frank L Smart Middle School's student population of 430 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frank L Smart Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank L Smart Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1220 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
31%
7%
White
39%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Davenport Comm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank L Smart Middle School's ranking?
Frank L Smart Middle School is ranked #1220 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Frank L Smart Middle School often compared to?
Frank L Smart Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sudlow Middle School, Bettendorf Middle School, Williams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Frank L Smart Middle School?
430 students attend Frank L Smart Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Frank L Smart Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank L Smart Middle School?
Frank L Smart Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frank L Smart Middle School offer ?
Frank L Smart Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frank L Smart Middle School part of?
Frank L Smart Middle School is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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