Central MS vs Freedom ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oklahoma, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central MS
Lawton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
955 students
Freedom ES
Lawton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,251 students
| Measure | Central MS Lawton, Oklahoma | Freedom ES Lawton, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 338 | #267 of 899 |
| National rank | #12200 of 15,369 | #29517 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 955 | 1,251 |
| Enrollment | 955 | 1,251 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 66.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 47% |
| city | Lawton | Lawton |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Freedom ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 28.5).
- •Freedom ES does better on math proficiency (47% vs 31%).
- •Freedom ES does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 36%).
- •Freedom ES does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.3% vs 80.7%).
- •Central MS does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 17.9).
- •Freedom ES is the larger school with 1,251 students compared with 955.
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 Freedom ES?
On the Success Index (US), Freedom ES ranks higher (43.6 vs 28.5 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 Freedom ES?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Lawton and Lawton in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 955. Freedom ES: 1,251. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Freedom ES rank in Oklahoma?
Central MS is 191st of 338 and Freedom ES is 267th of 899 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).