Lakeside Junior High School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arkansas, United States, 145 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeside Junior High School
Hot Springs · Public middle · Grades 7–8
581 students
Washington Middle School
El Dorado · Public middle · Grades 5–6
581 students
| Measure | Lakeside Junior High School Hot Springs, Arkansas | Washington Middle School El Dorado, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #99 of 211 | #158 of 211 |
| National rank | #6877 of 15,369 | #10333 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 581 | 581 |
| Enrollment | 581 | 581 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 67.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 38% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Hot Springs | El Dorado |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakeside Junior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 37.7).
- •Lakeside Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.3% vs 67.1%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 15.7).
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 Lakeside Junior High School better than Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lakeside Junior High School ranks higher (53.6 vs 37.7 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 Lakeside Junior High School and Washington Middle School?
About 145 km in a straight line, between Hot Springs and El Dorado in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeside Junior High School: 581. Washington Middle School: 581. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeside Junior High School and Washington Middle School rank in Arkansas?
Lakeside Junior High School is 99th of 211 and Washington Middle School is 158th of 211 among middle schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).