North Ridge El vs Smithfield Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Ridge El
North Richland Hills · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
510 students
Smithfield Middle
North Richland Hill · Public middle · Grades 6–8
798 students
| Measure | North Ridge El North Richland Hills, Texas | Smithfield Middle North Richland Hill, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #710 of 4,686 | #77 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #12151 of 50,301 | #1021 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 510 | 798 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 798 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.7% | 27.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 90% |
| city | North Richland Hills | North Richland Hill |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smithfield Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 68.8).
- •Smithfield Middle does better on math proficiency (90% vs 61%).
- •Smithfield Middle does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 63%).
- •Smithfield Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.1% vs 36.7%).
- •North Ridge El does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 15.6).
- •Smithfield Middle is the larger school with 798 students compared with 510.
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 Ridge El better than Smithfield Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Smithfield Middle ranks higher (83.1 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 Ridge El and Smithfield Middle?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between North Richland Hills and North Richland Hill in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Ridge El: 510. Smithfield Middle: 798. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Ridge El and Smithfield Middle rank in Texas?
North Ridge El is 710th of 4,686 and Smithfield Middle is 77th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).