Edward Smith K-8 School vs West Middle Island School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 352 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward Smith K-8 School
Syracuse · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
697 students
West Middle Island School
Middle Island · Public elementary · Grades K–4
697 students
| Measure | Edward Smith K-8 School Syracuse, New York | West Middle Island School Middle Island, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1849 of 2,536 | #992 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #34304 of 50,301 | #17171 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 697 | 697 |
| Enrollment | 697 | 697 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.3% | 45.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 57% |
| city | Syracuse | Middle Island |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Middle Island School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 36.5).
- •West Middle Island School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 26%).
- •West Middle Island School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 33%).
- •West Middle Island School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.8% vs 64.3%).
- •Edward Smith K-8 School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 14.2).
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 Edward Smith K-8 School better than West Middle Island School?
On the Success Index (US), West Middle Island School ranks higher (61.5 vs 36.5 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 Edward Smith K-8 School and West Middle Island School?
About 352 km in a straight line, between Syracuse and Middle Island in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward Smith K-8 School: 697. West Middle Island School: 697. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward Smith K-8 School and West Middle Island School rank in New York?
Edward Smith K-8 School is 1849th of 2,536 and West Middle Island School is 992nd of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).