Bell Intermediate Academy vs Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 144 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bell Intermediate Academy
Martinsville · Public middle · Grades 5–6
524 students
Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy
Martinsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
375 students
| Measure | Bell Intermediate Academy Martinsville, Indiana | Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy Martinsville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #186 of 335 | #430 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #7719 of 15,369 | #20179 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 524 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.3% | 58.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 67% |
| city | Martinsville | Martinsville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 49.6).
- •Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 51%).
- •Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 36%).
- •Bell Intermediate Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 58.1%).
- •Bell Intermediate Academy does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.6).
- •Bell Intermediate Academy is the larger school with 524 students compared with 375.
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 Bell Intermediate Academy better than Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy ranks higher (57.1 vs 49.6 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 Bell Intermediate Academy and Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy?
About 144 m in a straight line, between Martinsville and Martinsville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bell Intermediate Academy: 524. Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bell Intermediate Academy and Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy rank in Indiana?
Bell Intermediate Academy is 186th of 335 and Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy is 430th of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).