Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School

14303 Citrus Pointe Drive

School District

Hillsborough
Grade

6-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:16
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by teacher on September 02, 2022

The teaching staff at Sgt. Paul R. Smith Middle School is fantastic. They truly value teamwork and go above and beyond to help each other so they can do what is best for the students. This is a high B school (that barely missed an A rating) and the students, staff and administration are great.
Submitted by teacher on September 02, 2022

Students in the physical science honors class learn through scientific investigation. 2 labs a week where real scientific procedures are followed.
Submitted by parent on September 01, 2022

Let me start by saying that I really never write reviews. However, when I hear on the news that there are so many teacher shortages in schools, I felt compelled to do one for a school that I am so grateful for. I have had 2 boys attend Sgt. Smith for all of their middle school years - including during the beginning of the pandemic. All 3 years for both of my children were fantastic! The teachers and staff are so caring and always welcoming to parents to become actively involved. My boys were involved in extra activities - both academic and for sports as well. Students have strong supports in place. They even have small group time built in for kids during lunches for kids to get extra help from their teachers during different days of the week for about an extra 20 minutes. One of the Math teachers was available 4 days a week for extra help. That’s a game changer for students! I have had nothing but wonderful interactions at Smith for the 5 years my boys were there. My son turned down going to Walker because Smith had so much more to offer. He was able to earn High School credit in 5 classes before leaving 8th grade! My other son had 4 High School classes. Taught by some of the best teachers they have ever had— earning Level 5’s across the board on FSA tests. Sgt. Smith is a hidden gem in Citrus Park. I am so thankful that my boys went to school there! Thank you teachers, administrators, and staff!! I know teachers never truly get the thanks they deserve, but this is one Mom that truly appreciates all you do!
Submitted by principal on September 01, 2022

Sgt. Smith Middle School is planning a visit to their Elementary Feeder Schools ( Citrus Park, Bellamy, Hammond, Westchase and Cannella) on Friday 10/14/22. The school's Jazz Band, Chamber Orchestra, TV Production Crew and 5 6th graders will visit the feeder schools to perform and answer questions about middle school.
Submitted by parent on September 01, 2022

So proud of our namesake; students, faculty, and staff strive to emulate core values such as: courage, integrity, commitment, sacrifice, citizenship, and patriotism! Being part of a school named after a Tampa Medal of Honor Recipient is an HONOR!
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2022

I have had 3 kids go through Smith Middle School and can’t say enough amazing things about the quality of education they received and how helpful all their teachers were! All three of them were enrolled in AVID program and were above and beyond prepared for high school. If you live in the area I wouldn’t look for any other school- send them to Smith, you won’t be disappointed!
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2022

When we moved to Citrus Park we were assigned to Smith. We have had nothing but wonderful interactions with faculty and staff. Smith has many fun programs and has been wonderful for all three of my children. We highly recommend this school.
Submitted by parent on August 30, 2022

Caring and nurturing environment. Best kept secret in Hillsborough County. The attention student get is wonderful.
Submitted by other on August 24, 2022

The teachers at this school are very caring. It takes a village to help all the students learn and grow. The entire schools comes together as a team to help the students learn and grow. Hands on Administration. There are many events at the school. There is Spanish heritage night to bring all families together to enjoy and learn new cultures. Family movie night. Their Band and Orchestra that have received Superior and Excellent standings in their music competitions. Different sport events. Teachers and staff help donate funds for students to attend special events "hoops for hears" on campus. Sgt Smith is an Academy of Broadcasting and Health Science. Sgt Smith is a high B graded school. It is a great school to attend.
Submitted by parent on August 24, 2022

Caring teachers that go the extra mile for their students.
Submitted by student on June 21, 2021

If u wanna b treated harshly, this is da school to go to. Stay away from this school: it's the worst one in the Citrus Park/Carrollwood/Westchase area! (both academically and socially)
Submitted by parent on January 14, 2021

This school is great! Excellent learning environment for students, great staff willing to help the students.
Submitted by other on October 03, 2020

I used to know a girl who was in 6th grade then. She had high self-esteem, but at the second she stepped SSMS, she got bullied and rejected. Friendless and self-esteem dropped both significantly and visibly in less than a year.
Submitted by parent on June 14, 2020

Excellent. The teachers are involved, caring , and always ready to help.
Submitted by other on November 14, 2019

My daughters both have done well at Smith. Unfortunately Administrators aren’t doing a good job at the present time
Submitted by other on June 30, 2019

I have not heard good things from this school
Submitted by other on February 10, 2019

I do not recommend going to this school.
Submitted by parent on May 24, 2018

Awful. I would rather homeschool my child, than allow them to return next year.
Submitted by student on April 05, 2018

It's just okay. I wish it was better. It's my first year living in Florida and going to this school is 3 points away from a nightmare! Horrible !! Horrible!! Horrible!!!
Submitted by parent on May 19, 2017

This rating is based on staff-not teachers. The School Resource Officer is horrible. They have to stagger release times in order to prevent fights, and instead of focusing on that, she pounds on my window with her greasy hands to tell me that my kids can't get in the car until they get to pick-up point two. I wasn't going to leave the car line, I was blocked in any way, but she is on such a power trip that she feels that makes her more important if she can antagonize parents and students over the very trivial things. She has more important things to worry about at that school, believe me.