North Elementary vs Smith Center Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 255 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Elementary
Goodland · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
254 students
Smith Center Elem
Smith Center · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
253 students
| Measure | North Elementary Goodland, Kansas | Smith Center Elem Smith Center, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #196 of 686 | #172 of 686 |
| National rank | #19075 of 50,301 | #17385 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 254 | 253 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.4% | 52.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 42% |
| city | Goodland | Smith Center |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith Center Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.2 vs 58.7).
- •North Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 42%).
- •Smith Center Elem does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Smith Center Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.2% vs 59.4%).
- •North Elementary is the larger school with 254 students compared with 253.
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 North Elementary better than Smith Center Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Smith Center Elem ranks higher (61.2 vs 58.7 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 North Elementary and Smith Center Elem?
About 255 km in a straight line, between Goodland and Smith Center in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Elementary: 254. Smith Center Elem: 253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Elementary and Smith Center Elem rank in Kansas?
North Elementary is 196th of 686 and Smith Center Elem is 172nd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).