Boyd Elementary School vs Smilow Collegiate
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 535 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boyd Elementary School
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
424 students
Smilow Collegiate
Jackson · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
547 students
| Measure | Boyd Elementary School Jackson, Mississippi | Smilow Collegiate Jackson, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #408 of 427 | #423 of 427 |
| National rank | #49656 of 50,301 | #50123 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 424 | 547 |
| Enrollment | 424 | 547 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | – |
| Math proficiency | 9% | – |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Boyd Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (9.2 vs 6.1).
- •Boyd Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 21.0).
- •Smilow Collegiate is the larger school with 547 students compared with 424.
- •Boyd Elementary School is a public school while Smilow Collegiate is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Boyd Elementary School better than Smilow Collegiate?
On the Success Index (US), Boyd Elementary School ranks higher (9.2 vs 6.1 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 Boyd Elementary School and Smilow Collegiate?
About 535 m in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boyd Elementary School: 424. Smilow Collegiate: 547. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boyd Elementary School and Smilow Collegiate rank in Mississippi?
Boyd Elementary School is 408th of 427 and Smilow Collegiate is 423rd of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).