Dr Paul Nettle vs Michael E. Smith Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 138 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr Paul Nettle
Haverhill · Public middle · Grades 5–8
503 students
Michael E. Smith Middle School
South Hadley · Public middle · Grades 5–8
505 students
| Measure | Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill, Massachusetts | Michael E. Smith Middle School South Hadley, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #251 of 300 | #228 of 300 |
| National rank | #10891 of 15,369 | #9227 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 503 | 505 |
| Enrollment | 503 | 505 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 36% |
| city | Haverhill | South Hadley |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Michael E. Smith Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 34.8).
- •Michael E. Smith Middle School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 28%).
- •Michael E. Smith Middle School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Dr Paul Nettle does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 11.5).
- •Michael E. Smith Middle School is the larger school with 505 students compared with 503.
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 Dr Paul Nettle better than Michael E. Smith Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Michael E. Smith Middle School ranks higher (42.7 vs 34.8 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 Dr Paul Nettle and Michael E. Smith Middle School?
About 138 km in a straight line, between Haverhill and South Hadley in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr Paul Nettle: 503. Michael E. Smith Middle School: 505. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr Paul Nettle and Michael E. Smith Middle School rank in Massachusetts?
Dr Paul Nettle is 251st of 300 and Michael E. Smith Middle School is 228th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).