Lakewood Middle School vs Oakdale Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 841 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakewood Middle School
Salina · Public middle · Grades 6–8
647 students
Oakdale Elem
Salina · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
282 students
| Measure | Lakewood Middle School Salina, Kansas | Oakdale Elem Salina, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #151 of 205 | #583 of 686 |
| National rank | #12475 of 15,369 | #41155 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 647 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 647 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 85.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 22% |
| city | Salina | Salina |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakewood Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.1 vs 25.9).
- •Oakdale Elem does better on math proficiency (22% vs 16%).
- •Lakewood Middle School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Lakewood Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 85.8%).
- •Oakdale Elem does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 12.4).
- •Lakewood Middle School is the larger school with 647 students compared with 282.
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 Lakewood Middle School better than Oakdale Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Lakewood Middle School ranks higher (27.1 vs 25.9 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 Lakewood Middle School and Oakdale Elem?
About 841 m in a straight line, between Salina and Salina in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakewood Middle School: 647. Oakdale Elem: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakewood Middle School and Oakdale Elem rank in Kansas?
Lakewood Middle School is 151st of 205 and Oakdale Elem is 583rd of 686 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).