Lakota Middle School vs South Side Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 226 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakota Middle School
Kansas · Public middle · Grades 5–8
288 students
South Side Middle School
Columbiana · Public middle · Grades 5–8
289 students
| Measure | Lakota Middle School Kansas, Ohio | South Side Middle School Columbiana, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #414 of 646 | #226 of 646 |
| National rank | #4283 of 15,369 | #2168 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 288 | 289 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 289 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.3% | 40.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 81% |
| city | Kansas | Columbiana |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Side Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.1 vs 65.5).
- •South Side Middle School does better on math proficiency (81% vs 65%).
- •South Side Middle School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 59%).
- •South Side Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 48.3%).
- •Lakota Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 22.2).
- •South Side Middle School is the larger school with 289 students compared with 288.
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 Lakota Middle School better than South Side Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Side Middle School ranks higher (76.1 vs 65.5 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 Lakota Middle School and South Side Middle School?
About 226 km in a straight line, between Kansas and Columbiana in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakota Middle School: 288. South Side Middle School: 289. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakota Middle School and South Side Middle School rank in Ohio?
Lakota Middle School is 414th of 646 and South Side Middle School is 226th of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).