Central MS vs Lawton HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oklahoma, United States, 457 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central MS
Lawton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
955 students
Lawton HS
Lawton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,243 students
| Measure | Central MS Lawton, Oklahoma | Lawton HS Lawton, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 338 | #334 of 409 |
| National rank | #12200 of 15,369 | #15596 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 955 | 1,243 |
| Enrollment | 955 | 1,243 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 78.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 14% |
| city | Lawton | Lawton |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.5 vs 18.1).
- •Central MS does better on math proficiency (31% vs 14%).
- •Central MS does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 21%).
- •Lawton HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.5% vs 80.7%).
- •Lawton HS does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.7).
- •Lawton HS is the larger school with 1,243 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 Lawton HS?
On the Success Index (US), Central MS ranks higher (28.5 vs 18.1 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 Lawton HS?
About 457 m in a straight line, between Lawton and Lawton in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 955. Lawton HS: 1,243. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Lawton HS rank in Oklahoma?
Central MS is 191st of 338 and Lawton HS is 334th of 409 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).