Central MS vs Whittier ES
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oklahoma, United States, 733 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
Whittier ES
Lawton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
264 students
| Measure | Central MS Lawton, Oklahoma | Whittier ES Lawton, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 338 | #451 of 899 |
| National rank | #12200 of 15,369 | #36781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 955 | 264 |
| Enrollment | 955 | 264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 42% |
| city | Lawton | Lawton |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whittier ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.8 vs 28.5).
- •Whittier ES does better on math proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •Whittier ES does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Central MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.7% vs 84.8%).
- •Whittier ES does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 15.7).
- •Central MS is the larger school with 955 students compared with 264.
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 Whittier ES?
On the Success Index (US), Whittier ES ranks higher (32.8 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 Whittier ES?
About 733 m in a straight line, between Lawton and Lawton in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 955. Whittier ES: 264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Whittier ES rank in Oklahoma?
Central MS is 191st of 338 and Whittier ES is 451st of 899 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).