Central MS vs Russell Dougherty ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oklahoma, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central MS
Edmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,036 students
Russell Dougherty ES
Edmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
286 students
| Measure | Central MS Edmond, Oklahoma | Russell Dougherty ES Edmond, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #6 of 338 | #14 of 899 |
| National rank | #4094 of 15,369 | #8102 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,036 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 1,036 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.1% | 15% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 67% |
| city | Edmond | Edmond |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Russell Dougherty ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.8 vs 66.5).
- •Russell Dougherty ES does better on math proficiency (67% vs 55%).
- •Russell Dougherty ES does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 56%).
- •Russell Dougherty ES does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 20.1%).
- •Russell Dougherty ES does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 18.2).
- •Central MS is the larger school with 1,036 students compared with 286.
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 Central MS better than Russell Dougherty ES?
On the Success Index (US), Russell Dougherty ES ranks higher (74.8 vs 66.5 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 Central MS and Russell Dougherty ES?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Edmond and Edmond in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 1,036. Russell Dougherty ES: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Russell Dougherty ES rank in Oklahoma?
Central MS is 6th of 338 and Russell Dougherty ES is 14th of 899 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).