Central MS vs Midwest City MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Oklahoma, United States, 131 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
Midwest City MS
Midwest City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
940 students
| Measure | Central MS Lawton, Oklahoma | Midwest City MS Midwest City, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 338 | #314 of 338 |
| National rank | #12200 of 15,369 | #14706 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 955 | 940 |
| Enrollment | 955 | 940 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 74.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 12% |
| city | Lawton | Midwest City |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.5 vs 13.9).
- •Central MS does better on math proficiency (31% vs 12%).
- •Central MS does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 21%).
- •Midwest City MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.7% vs 80.7%).
- •Central MS does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 18.1).
- •Central MS is the larger school with 955 students compared with 940.
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 Midwest City MS?
On the Success Index (US), Central MS ranks higher (28.5 vs 13.9 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 Midwest City MS?
About 131 km in a straight line, between Lawton and Midwest City in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 955. Midwest City MS: 940. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Midwest City MS rank in Oklahoma?
Central MS is 191st of 338 and Midwest City MS is 314th of 338 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).