Decatur High School vs Lakota Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Washington, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Decatur High School
Federal Way · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,352 students
Lakota Middle School
Federal Way · Public middle · Grades 6–8
645 students
| Measure | Decatur High School Federal Way, Washington | Lakota Middle School Federal Way, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #287 of 333 | #268 of 363 |
| National rank | #12278 of 16,910 | #9726 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,352 | 645 |
| Enrollment | 1,352 | 645 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 71.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 34% |
| city | Federal Way | Federal Way |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakota Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.4 vs 34.6).
- •Lakota Middle School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 23%).
- •Decatur High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 58%).
- •Decatur High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 71.2%).
- •Lakota Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 21.1).
- •Decatur High School is the larger school with 1,352 students compared with 645.
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 Decatur High School better than Lakota Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lakota Middle School ranks higher (40.4 vs 34.6 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 Decatur High School and Lakota Middle School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Federal Way and Federal Way in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decatur High School: 1,352. Lakota Middle School: 645. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decatur High School and Lakota Middle School rank in Washington?
Decatur High School is 287th of 333 and Lakota Middle School is 268th of 363 among high schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).