Smith H S vs Thompson El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Smith H S
Carrollton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,971 students
Thompson El
Carrollton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
531 students
| Measure | Smith H S Carrollton, Texas | Thompson El Carrollton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1032 of 1,419 | #2178 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #11074 of 16,910 | #28123 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,971 | 531 |
| Enrollment | 1,971 | 531 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.5% | 74.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 53% |
| city | Carrollton | Carrollton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thompson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 39.5).
- •Thompson El does better on math proficiency (53% vs 45%).
- •Thompson El does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 35%).
- •Smith H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.5% vs 74.2%).
- •Smith H S does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.2).
- •Smith H S is the larger school with 1,971 students compared with 531.
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 Smith H S better than Thompson El?
On the Success Index (US), Thompson El ranks higher (45.7 vs 39.5 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 Smith H S and Thompson El?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Carrollton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Smith H S: 1,971. Thompson El: 531. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Smith H S and Thompson El rank in Texas?
Smith H S is 1032nd of 1,419 and Thompson El is 2178th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).