David E Smith El vs North Oaks Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
David E Smith El
Haltom City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
640 students
North Oaks Middle
Haltom City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
480 students
| Measure | David E Smith El Haltom City, Texas | North Oaks Middle Haltom City, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3646 of 4,686 | #974 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #38195 of 50,301 | #9130 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 640 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 640 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 46% |
| city | Haltom City | Haltom City |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Oaks Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 30.5).
- •North Oaks Middle does better on math proficiency (46% vs 35%).
- •David E Smith El does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 35%).
- •North Oaks Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.6% vs 82.7%).
- •North Oaks Middle does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 16.0).
- •David E Smith El is the larger school with 640 students compared with 480.
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 David E Smith El better than North Oaks Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Oaks Middle ranks higher (43.2 vs 30.5 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 David E Smith El and North Oaks Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Haltom City and Haltom City in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
David E Smith El: 640. North Oaks Middle: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do David E Smith El and North Oaks Middle rank in Texas?
David E Smith El is 3646th of 4,686 and North Oaks Middle is 974th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).