Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School vs Wilson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
595 students
Wilson Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
598 students
| Measure | Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School Tampa, Florida | Wilson Middle School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #270 of 563 | #36 of 563 |
| National rank | #6015 of 15,369 | #1193 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 595 | 598 |
| Enrollment | 595 | 598 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.4% | 16.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 84% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.9 vs 57.5).
- •Wilson Middle School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 58%).
- •Wilson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 55%).
- •Wilson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.1% vs 51.4%).
- •Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 21.4).
- •Wilson Middle School is the larger school with 598 students compared with 595.
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 Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School better than Wilson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Middle School ranks higher (81.9 vs 57.5 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 Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School and Wilson Middle School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School: 595. Wilson Middle School: 598. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School and Wilson Middle School rank in Florida?
Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School is 270th of 563 and Wilson Middle School is 36th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).