Lakeview Middle School vs West Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 274 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeview Middle School
Battle Creek · Public middle · Grades 5–8
1,082 students
West Middle School
Traverse City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,081 students
| Measure | Lakeview Middle School Battle Creek, Michigan | West Middle School Traverse City, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #299 of 485 | #147 of 485 |
| National rank | #9606 of 15,369 | #5244 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,082 | 1,081 |
| Enrollment | 1,082 | 1,081 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.4% | 27.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 43% |
| city | Battle Creek | Traverse City |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 41.0).
- •West Middle School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •West Middle School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 45%).
- •West Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 60.4%).
- •Lakeview Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 20.8).
- •Lakeview Middle School is the larger school with 1,082 students compared with 1,081.
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 Lakeview Middle School better than West Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Middle School ranks higher (61.1 vs 41.0 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 Lakeview Middle School and West Middle School?
About 274 km in a straight line, between Battle Creek and Traverse City in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeview Middle School: 1,082. West Middle School: 1,081. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeview Middle School and West Middle School rank in Michigan?
Lakeview Middle School is 299th of 485 and West Middle School is 147th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).