C- Top 82%

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School

Grades 09-12 NORTHAMPTON, MA

Moved down 89 places from 2024 to 2025

#285 State Rank
B- District Grade
80 Locust Street, NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
High Grad Rate 96.9% Active Athletics 20 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
589 Students
95.1% Attendance Rate
42.9 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

20% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 31% 31%
2024 41% 41%
2025 20% 20%

Mathematics

22% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 37% 37%
2024 32% 32%
2025 22% 22%

Science

26% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 45% 45%
2024 46% 46%
2025 26% 26%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 20%1%
2025Mathematics10 22%1%
2025Science10 26%3%
2024English Language Arts10 41%2%
2024Mathematics10 32%—
2024Science10 46%4%
2023English Language Arts10 31%2%
2023Mathematics10 37%1%
2023Science10 45%5%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

589 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 82.7%
Hispanic 11.5%
Multiracial 3.4%
Black 1.2%
Asian 0.8%

Gender

54.5% Male
44.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 2.5%
Special Education 33.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 33.3%

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

1.6% Dropout Rate

Attendance

95.1% Attendance Rate
9.7% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

80 Locust Street, NORTHAMPTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #285 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 82% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School?

Approximately 589 students are enrolled at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School.

How does Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (20% proficient), Mathematics (22% proficient), Science (26% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School offer?

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School offers 20 athletic programs (10 boys' sports, 10 girls' sports) with approximately 542 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School?

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School has a excellent 96.9% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School?

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School has an attendance rate of 95.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School part of?

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School is part of Northampton School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.