Lakeview Middle vs Walden Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 2.9 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
Walden Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
730 students
| Measure | Lakeview Middle Kansas City, Missouri | Walden Middle Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #56 of 392 | #26 of 392 |
| National rank | #3388 of 15,369 | #2047 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 653 | 730 |
| Enrollment | 653 | 730 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Kansas City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walden Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 69.8).
- •Lakeview Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 30.1%).
- •Lakeview Middle does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.0).
- •Walden Middle is the larger school with 730 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 Walden Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Walden Middle ranks higher (76.8 vs 69.8 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 Walden Middle?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Kansas City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeview Middle: 653. Walden Middle: 730. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeview Middle and Walden Middle rank in Missouri?
Lakeview Middle is 56th of 392 and Walden Middle is 26th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).