Paul A. Smith School vs Southwick School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Hampshire, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paul A. Smith School
Franklin · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
261 students
Southwick School
Northfield · Public elementary · Grades K–4
251 students
| Measure | Paul A. Smith School Franklin, New Hampshire | Southwick School Northfield, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 254 | #183 of 254 |
| National rank | #34265 of 50,301 | #18297 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 261 | 251 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 251 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.9% | 35.1% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 39% |
| city | Franklin | Northfield |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwick School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 36.6).
- •Southwick School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 27%).
- •Southwick School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 27%).
- •Southwick School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.1% vs 55.9%).
- •Paul A. Smith School does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 10.9).
- •Paul A. Smith School is the larger school with 261 students compared with 251.
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 Paul A. Smith School better than Southwick School?
On the Success Index (US), Southwick School ranks higher (59.9 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 Paul A. Smith School and Southwick School?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Franklin and Northfield in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paul A. Smith School: 261. Southwick School: 251. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paul A. Smith School and Southwick School rank in New Hampshire?
Paul A. Smith School is 244th of 254 and Southwick School is 183rd of 254 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).