D A Smith Middle School vs West Blocton Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 231 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
D A Smith Middle School
Ozark · Public middle · Grades 6–8
388 students
West Blocton Middle School
West Blocton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
387 students
| Measure | D A Smith Middle School Ozark, Alabama | West Blocton Middle School West Blocton, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #150 of 263 | #155 of 263 |
| National rank | #10041 of 15,369 | #10152 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 388 | 387 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 387 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.6% | 55.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 39% |
| city | Ozark | West Blocton |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.0 vs 38.6).
- •West Blocton Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 38%).
- •West Blocton Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.6% vs 69.6%).
- •D A Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 18.4).
- •D A Smith Middle School is the larger school with 388 students compared with 387.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is D A Smith Middle School better than West Blocton Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are D A Smith Middle School and West Blocton Middle School?
About 231 km in a straight line, between Ozark and West Blocton in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D A Smith Middle School: 388. West Blocton Middle School: 387. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D A Smith Middle School and West Blocton Middle School rank in Alabama?
D A Smith Middle School is 150th of 263 and West Blocton Middle School is 155th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).