South Smithfield Elementary vs West Smithfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Smithfield Elementary
Smithfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
450 students
West Smithfield Elementary
Smithfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
494 students
| Measure | South Smithfield Elementary Smithfield, North Carolina | West Smithfield Elementary Smithfield, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1249 of 1,457 | #1348 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #46789 of 50,301 | #48160 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 450 | 494 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 494 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 11% |
| city | Smithfield | Smithfield |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Smithfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.7 vs 13.9).
- •South Smithfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •South Smithfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (20% vs 14%).
- •West Smithfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.4% vs 99.3%).
- •South Smithfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.4).
- •West Smithfield Elementary is the larger school with 494 students compared with 450.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is South Smithfield Elementary better than West Smithfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Smithfield Elementary ranks higher (16.7 vs 13.9 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 South Smithfield Elementary and West Smithfield Elementary?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Smithfield and Smithfield in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Smithfield Elementary: 450. West Smithfield Elementary: 494. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Smithfield Elementary and West Smithfield Elementary rank in North Carolina?
South Smithfield Elementary is 1249th of 1,457 and West Smithfield Elementary is 1348th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).