Northridge Elementary School vs Smith Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northridge Elementary School
Dayton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
796 students
Smith Intermediate School
Dayton · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
642 students
| Measure | Northridge Elementary School Dayton, Ohio | Smith Intermediate School Dayton, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1277 of 1,713 | #717 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #28335 of 50,301 | #10690 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 796 | 642 |
| Enrollment | 796 | 642 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 45.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 78% |
| city | Dayton | Dayton |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.9 vs 45.4).
- •Smith Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (78% vs 47%).
- •Smith Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 52%).
- •Smith Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 19.0).
- •Northridge Elementary School is the larger school with 796 students compared with 642.
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 Northridge Elementary School better than Smith Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Smith Intermediate School ranks higher (70.9 vs 45.4 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 Northridge Elementary School and Smith Intermediate School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Dayton and Dayton in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northridge Elementary School: 796. Smith Intermediate School: 642. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northridge Elementary School and Smith Intermediate School rank in Ohio?
Northridge Elementary School is 1277th of 1,713 and Smith Intermediate School is 717th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).