Northend Elementary School vs Smith Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northend Elementary School
New Britain · Public elementary · Grades K–5
212 students
Smith Elementary School
New Britain · Public elementary · Grades K–5
461 students
| Measure | Northend Elementary School New Britain, Connecticut | Smith Elementary School New Britain, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #553 of 596 | #551 of 596 |
| National rank | #44546 of 50,301 | #43996 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 212 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.2% | 80.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 19% |
| city | New Britain | New Britain |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.5 vs 21.4).
- •Smith Elementary School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 12%).
- •Smith Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Northend Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.2% vs 80.3%).
- •Northend Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.2).
- •Smith Elementary School is the larger school with 461 students compared with 212.
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 Northend Elementary School better than Smith Elementary 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 Northend Elementary School and Smith Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between New Britain and New Britain in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northend Elementary School: 212. Smith Elementary School: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northend Elementary School and Smith Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Northend Elementary School is 553rd of 596 and Smith Elementary School is 551st of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).