Central MS vs Pioneer Park ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oklahoma, United States, 2.9 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
Pioneer Park ES
Lawton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
318 students
| Measure | Central MS Lawton, Oklahoma | Pioneer Park ES Lawton, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 338 | #540 of 899 |
| National rank | #12200 of 15,369 | #39218 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 955 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 955 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| city | Lawton | Lawton |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.5 vs 29.0).
- •Pioneer Park ES does better on math proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Central MS does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Pioneer Park ES does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 80.7%).
- •Pioneer Park ES does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.7).
- •Central MS is the larger school with 955 students compared with 318.
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 Pioneer Park ES?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central MS and Pioneer Park ES?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Lawton and Lawton in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 955. Pioneer Park ES: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Pioneer Park ES rank in Oklahoma?
Central MS is 191st of 338 and Pioneer Park ES is 540th of 899 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).