Serving 880 students in grades 6-8, Smithson Valley Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithson Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Smithson Valley Middle School's student population of 880 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
880 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithson Valley Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithson Valley Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#546 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
63%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Comal Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rangers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithson Valley Middle School's ranking?
Smithson Valley Middle School is ranked #546 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Smithson Valley Middle School often compared to?
Smithson Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Branch Middle School, Smithson Valley High School, Bill Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Smithson Valley Middle School?
880 students attend Smithson Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Smithson Valley Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithson Valley Middle School?
Smithson Valley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithson Valley Middle School offer ?
Smithson Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Smithson Valley Middle School part of?
Smithson Valley Middle School is part of Comal Independent School District.
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