D A Smith Middle School vs White Plains Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 252 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
White Plains Middle School
Anniston · Public middle · Grades 5–8
387 students
| Measure | D A Smith Middle School Ozark, Alabama | White Plains Middle School Anniston, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #150 of 263 | #35 of 263 |
| National rank | #10041 of 15,369 | #3881 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% | 43.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 63% |
| city | Ozark | Anniston |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •White Plains Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.6 vs 39.0).
- •White Plains Middle School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 38%).
- •White Plains Middle School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 40%).
- •White Plains Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.4% vs 69.6%).
- •D A Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 17.6).
- •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 White Plains Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), White Plains Middle School ranks higher (67.6 vs 39.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are D A Smith Middle School and White Plains Middle School?
About 252 km in a straight line, between Ozark and Anniston in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D A Smith Middle School: 388. White Plains Middle School: 387. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D A Smith Middle School and White Plains Middle School rank in Alabama?
D A Smith Middle School is 150th of 263 and White Plains Middle School is 35th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).