Smithville R-ii School District
School District · Smithville, Missouri
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,057
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,057
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Evaluating Smithville R-ii?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Smithville R-ii as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Smithville Middle
Smithville · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Smithville High
Smithville · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Horizon Elementary
Smithville · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#213 of 462
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,057
$470 vs Missouri median
District size
2,536 students
Much larger than Missouri median
The short answer
Smithville R-ii ranks #213 of 462 Missouri districts by overall school rating. Smithville R-ii's schools with real test data average 6.5/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Smithville Middle (7.4/10), Smithville High (7.2/10), and Horizon Elementary (7.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Smithville R-ii
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smithville Middle | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Smithville High | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Horizon Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Eagle Heights Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Maple Elementary | 5.0 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Smithville R-ii
Smithville R-ii is a Smithville, Missouri school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,536 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. The district invests $12,057 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.5/10, Smithville R-ii demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Smithville Middle, which has a composite score of 7.4/10.
In standardized testing, Smithville R-ii students show an average math proficiency of 59.2% and ELA proficiency of 60.0%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Smithville R-ii, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Smithville R-ii with test data.
Schools in Smithville R-ii
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Smithville
- Total Enrollment
- 2,536
- Teachers (FTE)
- 181
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Smithville R-ii?
Smithville R-ii has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Smithville R-ii?
The average composite rating for Smithville R-ii is 6.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Smithville R-ii?
Smithville R-ii spends $12,057 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Smithville R-ii?
The average student-teacher ratio in Smithville R-ii is 14:1.
What is the top-rated school in Smithville R-ii?
Smithville Middle is the highest-rated school in Smithville R-ii with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What are the test scores in Smithville R-ii?
Across schools in Smithville R-ii with test data, the average math proficiency is 59.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 60.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Smithville R-ii compare to other districts in Missouri?
Smithville R-ii has an average school rating of 6.5/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 59.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 60.0%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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