Aspire Middle School vs Lakes Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 574 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspire Middle School
Lacey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
323 students
Lakes Elementary School
Lacey · Public elementary · Grades K–5
495 students
| Measure | Aspire Middle School Lacey, Washington | Lakes Elementary School Lacey, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 363 | #458 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #2717 of 15,369 | #16104 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 323 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.3% | 41.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 59% |
| city | Lacey | Lacey |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aspire Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 63.0).
- •Aspire Middle School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 59%).
- •Aspire Middle School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 61%).
- •Aspire Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.3% vs 41.4%).
- •Lakes Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 23.1).
- •Lakes Elementary School is the larger school with 495 students compared with 323.
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 Aspire Middle School better than Lakes Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Aspire Middle School ranks higher (73.0 vs 63.0 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 Aspire Middle School and Lakes Elementary School?
About 574 m in a straight line, between Lacey and Lacey in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspire Middle School: 323. Lakes Elementary School: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspire Middle School and Lakes Elementary School rank in Washington?
Aspire Middle School is 56th of 363 and Lakes Elementary School is 458th of 1,154 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).