Skyline Middle vs Smithland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 47 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Skyline Middle
Harrisonburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
738 students
Smithland Elementary
Harrisonburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
514 students
| Measure | Skyline Middle Harrisonburg, Virginia | Smithland Elementary Harrisonburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #301 of 340 | #1033 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5146 of 15,369 | #22180 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 738 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 738 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.6% | 110.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 71% |
| city | Harrisonburg | Harrisonburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Skyline Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 54.3).
- •Smithland Elementary does better on math proficiency (71% vs 65%).
- •Skyline Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 56%).
- •Skyline Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.6% vs 110.3%).
- •Skyline Middle does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.2).
- •Skyline Middle is the larger school with 738 students compared with 514.
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 Skyline Middle better than Smithland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Skyline Middle ranks higher (61.5 vs 54.3 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 Skyline Middle and Smithland Elementary?
About 47 m in a straight line, between Harrisonburg and Harrisonburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Skyline Middle: 738. Smithland Elementary: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Skyline Middle and Smithland Elementary rank in Virginia?
Skyline Middle is 301st of 340 and Smithland Elementary is 1033rd of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).