Frank L Smart Middle School vs Jefferson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank L Smart Middle School
Davenport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
430 students
Jefferson Elementary School
Davenport · Public elementary · Grades K–5
384 students
| Measure | Frank L Smart Middle School Davenport, Iowa | Jefferson Elementary School Davenport, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #236 of 239 | #640 of 654 |
| National rank | #10663 of 15,369 | #33092 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 430 | 384 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 384 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 71.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 37% |
| city | Davenport | Davenport |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.3 vs 35.9).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Frank L Smart Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 71.1%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.9).
- •Frank L Smart Middle School is the larger school with 430 students compared with 384.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Frank L Smart Middle School better than Jefferson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary School ranks higher (38.3 vs 35.9 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 Frank L Smart Middle School and Jefferson Elementary School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Davenport and Davenport in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank L Smart Middle School: 430. Jefferson Elementary School: 384. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank L Smart Middle School and Jefferson Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Frank L Smart Middle School is 236th of 239 and Jefferson Elementary School is 640th of 654 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).