Ann E. Smith Elementary vs Highland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 2.7 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
Highland Elementary School
Ridgeland · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
629 students
| Measure | Ann E. Smith Elementary Ridgeland, Mississippi | Highland Elementary School Ridgeland, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 427 | #176 of 427 |
| National rank | #34231 of 50,301 | #28794 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 715 | 629 |
| Enrollment | 715 | 629 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.9% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 51% |
| Math proficiency | – | 42% |
| city | Ridgeland | Ridgeland |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 36.6).
- •Ann E. Smith Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.9% vs 79%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.2).
- •Ann E. Smith Elementary is the larger school with 715 students compared with 629.
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 Highland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary School ranks higher (44.7 vs 36.6 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 Highland Elementary School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Ridgeland and Ridgeland in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ann E. Smith Elementary: 715. Highland Elementary School: 629. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ann E. Smith Elementary and Highland Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
Ann E. Smith Elementary is 235th of 427 and Highland Elementary School is 176th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).