D.M. Smith Elementary vs Kennedy Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 279 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
D.M. Smith Elementary
Cleveland · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
233 students
Kennedy Elementary School
McComb · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
232 students
| Measure | D.M. Smith Elementary Cleveland, Mississippi | Kennedy Elementary School McComb, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #382 of 427 | #325 of 427 |
| National rank | #48244 of 50,301 | #43907 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 233 | 232 |
| Enrollment | 233 | 232 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | – |
| Math proficiency | 16% | – |
| city | Cleveland | McComb |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kennedy Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.5 vs 13.6).
- •D.M. Smith Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.6% vs 100%).
- •D.M. Smith Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.5).
- •D.M. Smith Elementary is the larger school with 233 students compared with 232.
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 D.M. Smith Elementary better than Kennedy Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kennedy Elementary School ranks higher (21.5 vs 13.6 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 D.M. Smith Elementary and Kennedy Elementary School?
About 279 km in a straight line, between Cleveland and McComb in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D.M. Smith Elementary: 233. Kennedy Elementary School: 232. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D.M. Smith Elementary and Kennedy Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
D.M. Smith Elementary is 382nd of 427 and Kennedy Elementary School is 325th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).