DeKalb Middle School vs Northside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DeKalb Middle School
Smithville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
534 students
Northside Elementary
Smithville · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
544 students
| Measure | DeKalb Middle School Smithville, Tennessee | Northside Elementary Smithville, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 307 | #745 of 913 |
| National rank | #12632 of 15,369 | #48481 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 534 | 544 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 544 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 26% |
| city | Smithville | Smithville |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DeKalb Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 13.1).
- •DeKalb Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 26%).
- •DeKalb Middle School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 25%).
- •Northside Elementary is the larger school with 544 students compared with 534.
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 DeKalb Middle School better than Northside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), DeKalb Middle School ranks higher (26.2 vs 13.1 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 DeKalb Middle School and Northside Elementary?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Smithville and Smithville in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeKalb Middle School: 534. Northside Elementary: 544. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeKalb Middle School and Northside Elementary rank in Tennessee?
DeKalb Middle School is 157th of 307 and Northside Elementary is 745th of 913 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).