Harmony Middle vs Lakewood Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kansas, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harmony Middle
Overland Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
536 students
Lakewood Middle
Overland Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
537 students
| Measure | Harmony Middle Overland Park, Kansas | Lakewood Middle Overland Park, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #8 of 205 | #6 of 205 |
| National rank | #2518 of 15,369 | #2408 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 536 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.9% | 8.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 55% |
| city | Overland Park | Overland Park |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (74.1 vs 74.7).
- •Lakewood Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •Harmony Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 55%).
- •Lakewood Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 11.9%).
- •Lakewood Middle does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.7).
- •Lakewood Middle is the larger school with 537 students compared with 536.
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 Harmony Middle better than Lakewood Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Harmony Middle and Lakewood Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Overland Park and Overland Park in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harmony Middle: 536. Lakewood Middle: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harmony Middle and Lakewood Middle rank in Kansas?
Harmony Middle is 8th of 205 and Lakewood Middle is 6th of 205 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).