Lakeview Middle vs Plaza Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeview Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
653 students
Plaza Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
673 students
| Measure | Lakeview Middle Kansas City, Missouri | Plaza Middle Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 392 | #98 of 392 |
| National rank | #3388 of 15,369 | #4803 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 653 | 673 |
| Enrollment | 653 | 673 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 34.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 44% |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakeview Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.8 vs 63.1).
- •Lakeview Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 44%).
- •Lakeview Middle does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 52%).
- •Lakeview Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 34.6%).
- •Lakeview Middle does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.5).
- •Plaza Middle is the larger school with 673 students compared with 653.
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 better than Plaza Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lakeview Middle ranks higher (69.8 vs 63.1 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 and Plaza Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeview Middle: 653. Plaza Middle: 673. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeview Middle and Plaza Middle rank in Missouri?
Lakeview Middle is 56th of 392 and Plaza Middle is 98th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).