Smith STEM Academy vs STEM Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 445 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Smith STEM Academy
Victoria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
STEM Middle
Victoria · Public middle · Grades 6–8
641 students
| Measure | Smith STEM Academy Victoria, Texas | STEM Middle Victoria, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3282 of 4,686 | #978 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #35814 of 50,301 | #9168 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 447 | 641 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 641 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.2% | 77.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Victoria | Victoria |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •STEM Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 34.2).
- •STEM Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.8% vs 79.2%).
- •STEM Middle does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.4).
- •STEM Middle is the larger school with 641 students compared with 447.
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 STEM Academy better than STEM Middle?
On the Success Index (US), STEM Middle ranks higher (43.0 vs 34.2 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 STEM Academy and STEM Middle?
About 445 m in a straight line, between Victoria and Victoria in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Smith STEM Academy: 447. STEM Middle: 641. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Smith STEM Academy and STEM Middle rank in Texas?
Smith STEM Academy is 3282nd of 4,686 and STEM Middle is 978th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).