Oscar F. Smith High

1994 Tiger Dr
Chesapeake, VA 23320

2,264 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Oscar F. Smith High School, located in Chesapeake, Virginia, is a prominent secondary institution serving students in the surrounding community. As part of the Chesapeake Public Schools district, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student-led clubs. Known for its "Tiger" pride, the school fosters a traditional high school environment that aims to prepare students for both higher education and the professional workforce.

Beyond its academic focus, Oscar F. Smith High is often recognized for its strong sense of school spirit and its active involvement in the local community. The campus features modern facilities designed to support a diverse student body, encouraging both intellectual growth and social development. By prioritizing student engagement and maintaining rigorous educational standards, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to take on the challenges of life after high school.

2,264

Total Students

178.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

71.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Oscar F. Smith High
Demographic	Student Count
White	388
Hispanic	398
Black	1,223
Asian	53
Two or More	189
American Indian	7
Pacific Islander	6

Black
1,223 (54.0%)
Hispanic
398 (17.6%)
White
388 (17.1%)
Two or More
189 (8.3%)
Asian
53 (2.3%)
American Indian
7 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
6 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Chesapeake City Public Schools
Phone:	(757)548-0696
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,264
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	178.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,617
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 606

Grade 10 588

Grade 11 553

Grade 12 517