Burrillville High School vs North Smithfield MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 9.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burrillville High School
Harrisville · Public high · Grades 9–12
634 students
North Smithfield MS
North Smithfield · Public middle · Grades 5–8
502 students
| Measure | Burrillville High School Harrisville, Rhode Island | North Smithfield MS North Smithfield, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 57 | #8 of 58 |
| National rank | #5997 of 16,910 | #3126 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 634 | 502 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 502 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 25.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 45% |
| city | Harrisville | North Smithfield |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Smithfield MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 59.2).
- •North Smithfield MS does better on math proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •North Smithfield MS does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •North Smithfield MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.9% vs 37.2%).
- •Burrillville High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.6).
- •Burrillville High School is the larger school with 634 students compared with 502.
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 Burrillville High School better than North Smithfield MS?
On the Success Index (US), North Smithfield MS ranks higher (71.0 vs 59.2 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 Burrillville High School and North Smithfield MS?
About 9.7 km in a straight line, between Harrisville and North Smithfield in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burrillville High School: 634. North Smithfield MS: 502. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burrillville High School and North Smithfield MS rank in Rhode Island?
Burrillville High School is 21st of 57 and North Smithfield MS is 8th of 58 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).