Jewel M. Sumner Middle School vs R.K. Smith Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Louisiana, United States, 105 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School
Kentwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
306 students
R.K. Smith Middle School
Luling · Public middle · Grades 6–8
303 students
| Measure | Jewel M. Sumner Middle School Kentwood, Louisiana | R.K. Smith Middle School Luling, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #158 of 218 | #73 of 218 |
| National rank | #6389 of 15,369 | #2842 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 306 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 306 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.4% | 68% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 8.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 56% |
| city | Kentwood | Luling |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R.K. Smith Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 55.8).
- •R.K. Smith Middle School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 48%).
- •R.K. Smith Middle School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 61%).
- •R.K. Smith Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68% vs 79.4%).
- •R.K. Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.4 vs 13.3).
- •Jewel M. Sumner Middle School is the larger school with 306 students compared with 303.
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 Jewel M. Sumner Middle School better than R.K. Smith Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), R.K. Smith Middle School ranks higher (72.5 vs 55.8 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 Jewel M. Sumner Middle School and R.K. Smith Middle School?
About 105 km in a straight line, between Kentwood and Luling in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School: 306. R.K. Smith Middle School: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jewel M. Sumner Middle School and R.K. Smith Middle School rank in Louisiana?
Jewel M. Sumner Middle School is 158th of 218 and R.K. Smith Middle School is 73rd of 218 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).