Lakota Middle School vs Post Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Washington, United States, 99 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakota Middle School
Federal Way · Public middle · Grades 6–8
645 students
Post Middle School
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
645 students
| Measure | Lakota Middle School Federal Way, Washington | Post Middle School Arlington, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 363 | #165 of 363 |
| National rank | #9726 of 15,369 | #6323 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 645 | 645 |
| Enrollment | 645 | 645 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.2% | 45.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 44% |
| city | Federal Way | Arlington |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Post Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.1 vs 40.4).
- •Post Middle School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 34%).
- •Post Middle School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 58%).
- •Post Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.7% vs 71.2%).
- •Lakota Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 22.2).
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 Post Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Post Middle School ranks higher (56.1 vs 40.4 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 Post Middle School?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Federal Way and Arlington in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakota Middle School: 645. Post Middle School: 645. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakota Middle School and Post Middle School rank in Washington?
Lakota Middle School is 268th of 363 and Post Middle School is 165th of 363 among middle schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).