School Overview
Smithsburg Middle School, located in the historic town of Smithsburg, Maryland, serves as a central hub for students in the northern part of Washington County. As part of the Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) system, the school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth. The school community emphasizes the transition from elementary to high school, focusing on building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking while encouraging students to explore their interests through various extracurricular activities and elective courses.

The school is well-regarded for its tight-knit community atmosphere, which reflects the small-town character of Smithsburg. Beyond the classroom, Smithsburg Middle encourages student engagement through a variety of sports teams, clubs, and service-learning initiatives, aiming to develop well-rounded citizens. By prioritizing collaboration between staff, parents, and the local community, the school strives to provide a supportive landscape where students are challenged to reach their potential and prepare for the demands of their future high school education.
554
Total Students
35.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Smithsburg Middle
Demographic Student Count
White415
Hispanic61
Black39
Asian9
Two or More29
American Indian1
  • White
    415 (74.9%)
  • Hispanic
    61 (11.0%)
  • Black
    39 (7.0%)
  • Two or More
    29 (5.2%)
  • Asian
    9 (1.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Washington County Public Schools
Phone: (301)766-8353
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 554
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 210
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 47
Grades Taught
Grade 6 190
Grade 7 174
Grade 8 190

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Smithsburg Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6190
Grade 7174
Grade 8190
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Smithsburg Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26247.3%
Male29252.7%