Lyford El vs Smith El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 8.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lyford El
Lyford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
658 students
Smith El
Raymondville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
431 students
| Measure | Lyford El Lyford, Texas | Smith El Raymondville, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3198 of 4,686 | #4065 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #35216 of 50,301 | #41357 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 658 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 98.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 37% |
| city | Lyford | Raymondville |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lyford El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.1 vs 25.6).
- •Lyford El does better on math proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Lyford El does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Lyford El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.4% vs 98.8%).
- •Smith El does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.3).
- •Lyford El is the larger school with 658 students compared with 431.
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 Lyford El better than Smith El?
On the Success Index (US), Lyford El ranks higher (35.1 vs 25.6 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 Lyford El and Smith El?
About 8.6 km in a straight line, between Lyford and Raymondville in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lyford El: 658. Smith El: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lyford El and Smith El rank in Texas?
Lyford El is 3198th of 4,686 and Smith El is 4065th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).