What grades does Oscar F. Smith High serve?

As a High school, Oscar F. Smith High serves students in Chesapeake, VA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Oscar F. Smith High located?

You can find Oscar F. Smith High in Chesapeake, VA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oscar F. Smith High?

At Oscar F. Smith High, there are approximately 14.1 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Chesapeake, VA?

Oscar F. Smith High is among the schools serving Chesapeake, VA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Oscar F. Smith High — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Chesapeake, Virginia|Chesapeake City Public Schools

Chesapeake, VA 23320

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Elementary Only Teacher WorkdayStaff DayDistrict-wide

NO SCHOOL (online or on campus) for students enrolled in grades K-5.

Oct

Tue

PSAT TestingexamDistrict-wide

All 10th-grade students and registered 9th and 11th-graders will take the PSAT today during the school day. Students should bring their charged Chromebooks with them to their testing location.

Oct

Thu

Fall Testing Day (PSAT / SAT / ASVAB) examDistrict-wide

Fall Testing Day 202610th Graders: All Sophomores will be taking the PSAT!9th & 11th Graders: You can sign up to take the PSAT for $12.11th & 12th Graders: You have the option to take the SAT for $39.11th & 12th Graders: If you are not taking the SAT or PSAT, you can opt-in to take the ASVAB instead!Registration and payment open September 23rd and close September 30th. Don’t miss out—make sure to sign up on time!

Nov

Tue

Teacher Workday/In-Service DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Schools are closed for all students.Employees report for workday/in-service day events.

Nov

Fri

Veteran's Day Hero's Breakfast🇺🇲BreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

2,313

Student:Teacher

14.1:1

Locale

Urban

District

Chesapeake City Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

81.3%

Phone

(757)548-0696

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

75%

58th percentile in VA

Math Proficiency

63%

63th percentile in VA

Graduation Rate

83%

Chronic Absenteeism

8.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

16 courses offered

208 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

205 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

27 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

223 test takers

Athletics

24 sports, 32 teams

666 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.8:1

Near average in VA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

273

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

176.83

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.38

Social Workers

0.51999998

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,274

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,568

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,927

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 43%Local 47%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$363,198

+1.8% 1yr+32.1% 5yr

Virginia Beach, VA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

13.2%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

6.7%

Uninsured residents

6.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

6,654

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

6,272

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,955 (31%)

Other Health Impairment

1,671 (27%)

Autism

1,261 (20%)

Speech/Language Impairment

692 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

182 (3%)

Intellectual Disability

162 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

2,264

Current enrollment

Stable(+2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Elementary Only Teacher Workday

NO SCHOOL (online or on campus) for students enrolled in grades K-5.

Staff Day

Tue, Oct 13, 2026

PSAT Testing

All 10th-grade students and registered 9th and 11th-graders will take the PSAT today during the school day. Students should bring their charged Chromebooks with them to their testing location.

exam

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Fall Testing Day (PSAT / SAT / ASVAB)

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Chesapeake City Public Schools. Oscar F. Smith High follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Meet the Teacher (& drop off supplies)District-wide Meet the teacher and drop off school supplies on Thursday, September 3rd. Times are assigned by the first letter of the student's last name (see image). Great Bridge Primary (GBP) and Great Bridge Intermediate (GBI )coordinated to make sure parents that have students at Great Bridge Primary and Great Bridge Intermediate would be able to attend both schools' meet the teacher event. Times are in the image linked below.Meet The Teacher (& drop off school supplies)	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Teacher Meet & Greet Grades 1st thru 5thDistrict-wide Last Names A - H: 9:00 am to 10:00 amLast Names I - O: 10:00 am to 11:00 amLast Names P - Z: 11:00 to 12:00 pm	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - Holiday District-wide All Chesapeake Public Schools and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.All schools and offices will open on their regular schedules on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, the first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year!	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	IT Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Spirit Week (Twin Day) match with someone or your teacher.District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Elementary Only Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide NO SCHOOL (online or on campus) for students enrolled in grades K-5.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	PSAT TestingDistrict-wide All 10th-grade students and registered 9th and 11th-graders will take the PSAT today during the school day. Students should bring their charged Chromebooks with them to their testing location.	exam	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Fall Testing Day (PSAT / SAT / ASVAB) District-wide Fall Testing Day 202610th Graders: All Sophomores will be taking the PSAT!9th & 11th Graders: You can sign up to take the PSAT for $12.11th & 12th Graders: You have the option to take the SAT for $39.11th & 12th Graders: If you are not taking the SAT or PSAT, you can opt-in to take the ASVAB instead!Registration and payment open September 23rd and close September 30th. Don’t miss out—make sure to sign up on time!	exam	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher Workday/In-Service DayDistrict-wide Schools are closed for all students.Employees report for workday/in-service day events.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Veteran's Day Hero's Breakfast🇺🇲District-wide	Break	—