Middletown High School vs North Smitfield HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 53 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middletown High School
Middletown · Public high · Grades 9–12
523 students
North Smitfield HS
North Smithfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
532 students
| Measure | Middletown High School Middletown, Rhode Island | North Smitfield HS North Smithfield, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #15 of 57 | #7 of 57 |
| National rank | #4731 of 16,910 | #2060 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 523 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 523 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 24.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Middletown | North Smithfield |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Smitfield HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.4 vs 64.2).
- •North Smitfield HS does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •North Smitfield HS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •North Smitfield HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.8% vs 33.3%).
- •Middletown High School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.1).
- •North Smitfield HS is the larger school with 532 students compared with 523.
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 Middletown High School better than North Smitfield HS?
On the Success Index (US), North Smitfield HS ranks higher (75.4 vs 64.2 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 Middletown High School and North Smitfield HS?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Middletown and North Smithfield in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middletown High School: 523. North Smitfield HS: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middletown High School and North Smitfield HS rank in Rhode Island?
Middletown High School is 15th of 57 and North Smitfield HS is 7th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).