Long County Middle School vs Smiley Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Long County Middle School
Ludowici · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,007 students
Smiley Elementary School
Ludowici · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
765 students
| Measure | Long County Middle School Ludowici, Georgia | Smiley Elementary School Ludowici, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #263 of 482 | #773 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #10875 of 15,369 | #36337 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 1,007 | 765 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 765 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.9% | 77.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | – |
| city | Ludowici | Ludowici |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Long County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.9 vs 33.4).
- •Smiley Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.3% vs 77.9%).
- •Smiley Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 18.6).
- •Long County Middle School is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 765.
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 Long County Middle School better than Smiley Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Long County Middle School ranks higher (34.9 vs 33.4 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 Long County Middle School and Smiley Elementary School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Ludowici and Ludowici in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Long County Middle School: 1,007. Smiley Elementary School: 765. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Long County Middle School and Smiley Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Long County Middle School is 263rd of 482 and Smiley Elementary School is 773rd of 1,308 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).