Shields El vs Smith STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shields El
Victoria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
409 students
Smith STEM Academy
Victoria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
| Measure | Shields El Victoria, Texas | Smith STEM Academy Victoria, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4367 of 4,686 | #3282 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #44183 of 50,301 | #35814 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 409 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 409 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88% | 79.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Victoria | Victoria |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smith STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.2 vs 21.1).
- •Smith STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.2% vs 88%).
- •Shields El does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 15.4).
- •Smith STEM Academy is the larger school with 447 students compared with 409.
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 Shields El better than Smith STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Smith STEM Academy ranks higher (34.2 vs 21.1 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 Shields El and Smith STEM Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Victoria and Victoria in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Shields El: 409. Smith STEM Academy: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Shields El and Smith STEM Academy rank in Texas?
Shields El is 4367th of 4,686 and Smith STEM Academy is 3282nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).