Smithland Elementary School

Smithland Elementary School in Harrisonburg, Virginia, has about 727 students in grades PK–5. There are 47 full-time teachers and 2 full-time school counselors, so the student–teacher ratio is 15:1. There are 49% female students and 51% male students in the school. The school says that about 43% of its students are good at math and 37% are good at reading. These numbers are a little lower than the district averages. Waterman Elementary does better than nearby schools in math (32%) and reading (47%), while Pleasant Valley and Keister Elementary have similar levels of achievement. Most students go to Skyline Middle School and then Harrisonburg High School, which has produced many successful alumni in sports, academics, and public service. Families looking to rent a three-bedroom home near Smithland can expect to pay between $1,500 and $2,100 per month.

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Q: 1. Who is the head?

Ans: Kimberly Tinkham.

Q: 2 How do I gain access to the school calendar?

Ans: On the Harrisonburg City Public Schools website, look for "School Calendar."

Q:3 What kinds of help are there for students who need it?

Ans: The school has academic support services. Families should talk to the resource teacher or counselor.

Q: 4. What do I need to do to volunteer?

Ans: Call the school office to obtain volunteer forms. You may need to pass a background verification.

Q:5 How is transportation handled?

Ans: Harrisonburg City Public Schools offers bus service for students who qualify. Families should verify the times and routes.

Q: 6. What do I need to do to change my child's information?

Ans: To change your emergency contacts or other important information, use the parent portal or call the office.

Q: 7. How many languages or services for English Language Learners does the school offer?

Ans: Harrisonburg is a diverse district, and Smithland follows district rules to help English learners.

Q: 8. Where can I find the lunch menu?

Ans: On the "Lunch Menus" page of the district's website (Harrisonburg City Public Schools).

Q: 9. What should I do if I have a concern or complaint?

Ans: Get in touch with the principal or go to the district's "Complaints & Grievance" policy page.