Smithland Elementary vs Spotswood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Smithland Elementary
Harrisonburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
514 students
Spotswood Elementary
Harrisonburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
468 students
| Measure | Smithland Elementary Harrisonburg, Virginia | Spotswood Elementary Harrisonburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1033 of 1,142 | #1085 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #22180 of 50,301 | #28204 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 514 | 468 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 110.3% | 83.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 57% |
| city | Harrisonburg | Harrisonburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smithland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 45.6).
- •Smithland Elementary does better on math proficiency (71% vs 57%).
- •Smithland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 42%).
- •Spotswood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.8% vs 110.3%).
- •Smithland Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.2).
- •Smithland Elementary is the larger school with 514 students compared with 468.
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 Smithland Elementary better than Spotswood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Smithland Elementary ranks higher (54.3 vs 45.6 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 Smithland Elementary and Spotswood Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Harrisonburg and Harrisonburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Smithland Elementary: 514. Spotswood Elementary: 468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Smithland Elementary and Spotswood Elementary rank in Virginia?
Smithland Elementary is 1033rd of 1,142 and Spotswood Elementary is 1085th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).