Smith Elementary vs Vandora Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Smith Elementary
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
596 students
Vandora Springs Elementary
Garner · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
582 students
| Measure | Smith Elementary Raleigh, North Carolina | Vandora Springs Elementary Garner, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #883 of 1,457 | #1003 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #40492 of 50,301 | #42467 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 596 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 29% |
| city | Raleigh | Garner |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.9 vs 23.8).
- •Smith Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 29%).
- •Vandora Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Smith Elementary is the larger school with 596 students compared with 582.
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 Smith Elementary better than Vandora Springs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Smith Elementary ranks higher (26.9 vs 23.8 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 Smith Elementary and Vandora Springs Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Raleigh and Garner in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Smith Elementary: 596. Vandora Springs Elementary: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Smith Elementary and Vandora Springs Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Smith Elementary is 883rd of 1,457 and Vandora Springs Elementary is 1003rd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).