Benson Hill Elementary School vs Smith Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 219 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benson Hill Elementary School
Renton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
477 students
Smith Elementary School
Grandview · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
477 students
| Measure | Benson Hill Elementary School Renton, Washington | Smith Elementary School Grandview, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #671 of 1,154 | #898 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #23085 of 50,301 | #31552 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 477 | 477 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 477 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.1% | 86.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 57% |
| city | Renton | Grandview |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benson Hill Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 40.6).
- •Smith Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 45%).
- •Benson Hill Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 42%).
- •Benson Hill Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.1% vs 86.4%).
- •Benson Hill Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.0).
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 Benson Hill Elementary School better than Smith Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Benson Hill Elementary School ranks higher (52.9 vs 40.6 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 Benson Hill Elementary School and Smith Elementary School?
About 219 km in a straight line, between Renton and Grandview in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benson Hill Elementary School: 477. Smith Elementary School: 477. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benson Hill Elementary School and Smith Elementary School rank in Washington?
Benson Hill Elementary School is 671st of 1,154 and Smith Elementary School is 898th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).