Ann E. Smith Elementary vs Gary Road Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 30 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ann E. Smith Elementary
Ridgeland · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
715 students
Gary Road Elementary
Byram · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
717 students
| Measure | Ann E. Smith Elementary Ridgeland, Mississippi | Gary Road Elementary Byram, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 427 | #259 of 427 |
| National rank | #34231 of 50,301 | #36036 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 715 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 715 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.9% | 68.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Ridgeland | Byram |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ann E. Smith Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.6 vs 33.8).
- •Gary Road Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.1% vs 76.9%).
- •Ann E. Smith Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.9).
- •Gary Road Elementary is the larger school with 717 students compared with 715.
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 Ann E. Smith Elementary better than Gary Road Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ann E. Smith Elementary ranks higher (36.6 vs 33.8 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 Ann E. Smith Elementary and Gary Road Elementary?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Ridgeland and Byram in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ann E. Smith Elementary: 715. Gary Road Elementary: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ann E. Smith Elementary and Gary Road Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Ann E. Smith Elementary is 235th of 427 and Gary Road Elementary is 259th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).