Homer Middle School vs Lake City Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 246 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Homer Middle School
Homer · Public middle · Grades 5–8
268 students
Lake City Middle School
Lake City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
265 students
| Measure | Homer Middle School Homer, Michigan | Lake City Middle School Lake City, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #390 of 485 | #387 of 485 |
| National rank | #12347 of 15,369 | #12320 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 268 | 265 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 265 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.5% | 66.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 27% |
| city | Homer | Lake City |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.7 vs 27.9).
- •Lake City Middle School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Lake City Middle School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Homer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.5% vs 66.8%).
- •Homer Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 17.7).
- •Homer Middle School is the larger school with 268 students compared with 265.
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 Homer Middle School better than Lake City Middle School?
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 Homer Middle School and Lake City Middle School?
About 246 km in a straight line, between Homer and Lake City in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Homer Middle School: 268. Lake City Middle School: 265. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Homer Middle School and Lake City Middle School rank in Michigan?
Homer Middle School is 390th of 485 and Lake City Middle School is 387th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).