North Smithfield Elementary vs Vincent J. Gallagher Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Smithfield Elementary
North Smithfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
583 students
Vincent J. Gallagher Middle
Smithfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
502 students
| Measure | North Smithfield Elementary North Smithfield, Rhode Island | Vincent J. Gallagher Middle Smithfield, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #15 of 172 | #9 of 58 |
| National rank | #7144 of 50,301 | #3596 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 583 | 502 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 502 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.5% | 20.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 44% |
| city | North Smithfield | Smithfield |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Smithfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.3 vs 68.8).
- •North Smithfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 44%).
- •North Smithfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 54%).
- •Vincent J. Gallagher Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.7% vs 24.5%).
- •Vincent J. Gallagher Middle does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.9).
- •North Smithfield Elementary is the larger school with 583 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 North Smithfield Elementary better than Vincent J. Gallagher Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Smithfield Elementary ranks higher (76.3 vs 68.8 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 North Smithfield Elementary and Vincent J. Gallagher Middle?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between North Smithfield and Smithfield in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Smithfield Elementary: 583. Vincent J. Gallagher Middle: 502. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Smithfield Elementary and Vincent J. Gallagher Middle rank in Rhode Island?
North Smithfield Elementary is 15th of 172 and Vincent J. Gallagher Middle is 9th of 58 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).