D.M. Smith Elementary vs Pearman Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 2.2 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
Pearman Elementary School
Cleveland · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
186 students
| Measure | D.M. Smith Elementary Cleveland, Mississippi | Pearman Elementary School Cleveland, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #382 of 427 | #414 of 427 |
| National rank | #48244 of 50,301 | #49918 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades 1–6 |
| Students | 233 | 186 |
| Enrollment | 233 | 186 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 12% |
| city | Cleveland | Cleveland |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •D.M. Smith Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.6 vs 7.8).
- •D.M. Smith Elementary does better on math proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •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 16.9).
- •D.M. Smith Elementary is the larger school with 233 students compared with 186.
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 Pearman Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), D.M. Smith Elementary ranks higher (13.6 vs 7.8 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 D.M. Smith Elementary and Pearman Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Cleveland and Cleveland in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D.M. Smith Elementary: 233. Pearman Elementary School: 186. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D.M. Smith Elementary and Pearman Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
D.M. Smith Elementary is 382nd of 427 and Pearman Elementary School is 414th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).