Deerfield High vs Lakin High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deerfield High
Deerfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
72 students
Lakin High
Lakin · Public high · Grades 9–12
212 students
| Measure | Deerfield High Deerfield, Kansas | Lakin High Lakin, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #233 of 296 | #274 of 296 |
| National rank | #13923 of 16,910 | #14983 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 72 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 72 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.1% | 58.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 5% |
| city | Deerfield | Lakin |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Deerfield High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.2 vs 21.8).
- •Deerfield High does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 5%).
- •Deerfield High does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 15%).
- •Lakin High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.5% vs 68.1%).
- •Deerfield High does better on students per teacher (8.0 vs 12.5).
- •Lakin High is the larger school with 212 students compared with 72.
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 Deerfield High better than Lakin High?
On the Success Index (US), Deerfield High ranks higher (27.2 vs 21.8 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 Deerfield High and Lakin High?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Deerfield and Lakin in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deerfield High: 72. Lakin High: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deerfield High and Lakin High rank in Kansas?
Deerfield High is 233rd of 296 and Lakin High is 274th of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).