Ben L. Smith High School vs Jackson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ben L. Smith High School
Greensboro · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,348 students
Jackson Middle
Greensboro · Public middle · Grades 6–8
458 students
| Measure | Ben L. Smith High School Greensboro, North Carolina | Jackson Middle Greensboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #459 of 528 | #440 of 469 |
| National rank | #15222 of 16,910 | #14793 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,348 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 1,348 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.8% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 17% |
| city | Greensboro | Greensboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ben L. Smith High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.2 vs 13.2).
- •Ben L. Smith High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 17%).
- •Jackson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.3% vs 99.8%).
- •Ben L. Smith High School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.4).
- •Ben L. Smith High School is the larger school with 1,348 students compared with 458.
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 Ben L. Smith High School better than Jackson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ben L. Smith High School ranks higher (20.2 vs 13.2 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 Ben L. Smith High School and Jackson Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Greensboro and Greensboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ben L. Smith High School: 1,348. Jackson Middle: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ben L. Smith High School and Jackson Middle rank in North Carolina?
Ben L. Smith High School is 459th of 528 and Jackson Middle is 440th of 469 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).