Alva MS vs Blackwell MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Oklahoma, United States, 123 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alva MS
Alva · Public middle · Grades 6–8
228 students
Blackwell MS
Blackwell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
227 students
| Measure | Alva MS Alva, Oklahoma | Blackwell MS Blackwell, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #177 of 338 | #207 of 338 |
| National rank | #11997 of 15,369 | #12523 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 228 | 227 |
| Enrollment | 228 | 227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.1% | 75.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 28% |
| city | Alva | Blackwell |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alva MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.6 vs 26.8).
- •Blackwell MS does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Alva MS does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 24%).
- •Alva MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 75.8%).
- •Blackwell MS does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.4).
- •Alva MS is the larger school with 228 students compared with 227.
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 Alva MS better than Blackwell MS?
On the Success Index (US), Alva MS ranks higher (29.6 vs 26.8 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 Alva MS and Blackwell MS?
About 123 km in a straight line, between Alva and Blackwell in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alva MS: 228. Blackwell MS: 227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alva MS and Blackwell MS rank in Oklahoma?
Alva MS is 177th of 338 and Blackwell MS is 207th of 338 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).