Frank D. Spaziano Elem School vs North Smithfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 16 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank D. Spaziano Elem School
Providence · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
588 students
North Smithfield Elementary
North Smithfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
583 students
| Measure | Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Providence, Rhode Island | North Smithfield Elementary North Smithfield, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #167 of 172 | #15 of 172 |
| National rank | #48420 of 50,301 | #7144 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 588 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 588 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.9% | 24.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 57% |
| city | Providence | North Smithfield |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Smithfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.3 vs 13.2).
- •North Smithfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 18%).
- •North Smithfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 23%).
- •North Smithfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.5% vs 85.9%).
- •North Smithfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 19.0).
- •Frank D. Spaziano Elem School is the larger school with 588 students compared with 583.
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 Frank D. Spaziano Elem School better than North Smithfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Smithfield Elementary ranks higher (76.3 vs 13.2 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 Frank D. Spaziano Elem School and North Smithfield Elementary?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Providence and North Smithfield in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank D. Spaziano Elem School: 588. North Smithfield Elementary: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank D. Spaziano Elem School and North Smithfield Elementary rank in Rhode Island?
Frank D. Spaziano Elem School is 167th of 172 and North Smithfield Elementary is 15th of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).