C- Top 81%

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School

Grades 09-12 NORTHAMPTON, MA

Dropped 86 spots from last year

#282 State Rank
B District Grade
80 Locust Street, NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
587 Students
93.6% Attendance Rate
43.2 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

20% Proficient or Above
1% Advanced

Mathematics

22% Proficient or Above
1% Advanced

Science

26% Proficient or Above
3% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 20% 1%
2025 Mathematics 10 22% 1%
2025 Science 10 26% 3%
2024 English Language Arts 10 41% 2%
2024 Mathematics 10 32% 0%
2024 Science 10 46% 4%
2023 English Language Arts 10 31% 2%
2023 Mathematics 10 37% 1%
2023 Science 10 45% 5%
2022 English Language Arts 10 38% 0%
2022 Mathematics 10 35% 1%
2022 Science 10 34% 2%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

587 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 81.6%
Hispanic 13.6%
Multiracial 2%
Black 1.5%
Asian 0.7%

Gender

56.9% Male
42.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 2.4%
Special Education 35.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch 36.8%

Athletics Programs

20 sports programs with 542 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 34 athletes
  • Basketball 24 athletes
  • Lacrosse 24 athletes
  • Baseball 22 athletes
  • Softball 19 athletes
  • Golf 11 athletes
  • Wrestling 10 athletes
  • Cross Country 9 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 7 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 2 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 162 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 109 athletes
  • Volleyball 28 athletes
  • Baseball 22 athletes
  • Soccer 18 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 18 athletes
  • Softball 18 athletes
  • Basketball 2 athletes
  • Rugby 2 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

6.3% Dropout Rate

Attendance

93.6% Attendance Rate
17% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

80 Locust Street, NORTHAMPTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School's letter grade?

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School has earned a letter grade of C-, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts High schools.

What grades does Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School serve?

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School serves students in grades 09 through 12.

Is Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School part of a school district?

Yes, Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School is part of Northampton School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.

Does Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School offer AP courses?

For information about AP courses at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School, please contact the school directly or visit their website.