Fairdale High vs Lassiter Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairdale High
Fairdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,405 students
Lassiter Middle
Louisville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
921 students
| Measure | Fairdale High Fairdale, Kentucky | Lassiter Middle Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #200 of 214 | #204 of 217 |
| National rank | #14568 of 16,910 | #11191 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,405 | 921 |
| Enrollment | 1,405 | 921 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.6% | 73.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 28% |
| city | Fairdale | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lassiter Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.5 vs 24.0).
- •Lassiter Middle does better on math proficiency (28% vs 21%).
- •Lassiter Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 26%).
- •Fairdale High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.6% vs 73.8%).
- •Fairdale High is the larger school with 1,405 students compared with 921.
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 Fairdale High better than Lassiter Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lassiter Middle ranks higher (33.5 vs 24.0 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 Fairdale High and Lassiter Middle?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Fairdale and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairdale High: 1,405. Lassiter Middle: 921. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairdale High and Lassiter Middle rank in Kentucky?
Fairdale High is 200th of 214 and Lassiter Middle is 204th of 217 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).