Hilburn Drive Academy vs Smith Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilburn Drive Academy
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
596 students
Smith Elementary
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
596 students
| Measure | Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh, North Carolina | Smith Elementary Raleigh, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #250 of 1,457 | #883 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #20271 of 50,301 | #40492 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 596 | 596 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 596 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.2% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 38% |
| city | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hilburn Drive Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.0 vs 26.9).
- •Hilburn Drive Academy does better on math proficiency (40% vs 38%).
- •Hilburn Drive Academy does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 29%).
- •Hilburn Drive Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.2% vs 99.5%).
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 Hilburn Drive Academy better than Smith Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hilburn Drive Academy ranks higher (57.0 vs 26.9 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 Hilburn Drive Academy and Smith Elementary?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Raleigh and Raleigh in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hilburn Drive Academy: 596. Smith Elementary: 596. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hilburn Drive Academy and Smith Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Hilburn Drive Academy is 250th of 1,457 and Smith Elementary is 883rd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).