Harper El vs Smith El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harper El
Princeton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
642 students
Smith El
Frisco · Public elementary · Grades K–5
642 students
| Measure | Harper El Princeton, Texas | Smith El Frisco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2661 of 4,686 | #460 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #31519 of 50,301 | #7803 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 642 | 642 |
| Enrollment | 642 | 642 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 13.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 65% |
| city | Princeton | Frisco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.3 vs 40.6).
- •Smith El does better on math proficiency (65% vs 41%).
- •Smith El does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 39%).
- •Smith El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.2% vs 49.8%).
- •Smith El does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.9).
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 Harper El better than Smith El?
On the Success Index (US), Smith El ranks higher (75.3 vs 40.6 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 Harper El and Smith El?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Princeton and Frisco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harper El: 642. Smith El: 642. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harper El and Smith El rank in Texas?
Harper El is 2661st of 4,686 and Smith El is 460th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).