Lakewood Middle School vs Salina High Central
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 2.4 km 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
Salina High Central
Salina · Public high · Grades 9–12
934 students
| Measure | Lakewood Middle School Salina, Kansas | Salina High Central Salina, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #151 of 205 | #230 of 296 |
| National rank | #12475 of 15,369 | #13831 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 647 | 934 |
| Enrollment | 647 | 934 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 17% |
| city | Salina | Salina |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.1 vs 27.7).
- •Salina High Central does better on math proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •Salina High Central does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 28%).
- •Salina High Central does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.7% vs 66.2%).
- •Lakewood Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.4).
- •Salina High Central is the larger school with 934 students compared with 647.
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 Salina High Central?
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 Lakewood Middle School and Salina High Central?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Salina and Salina in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakewood Middle School: 647. Salina High Central: 934. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakewood Middle School and Salina High Central rank in Kansas?
Lakewood Middle School is 151st of 205 and Salina High Central is 230th of 296 among middle schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).