Central MS vs Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oklahoma, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central MS
Tulsa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
296 students
Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep
Tulsa · Charter high · Grades 9–12
249 students
| Measure | Central MS Tulsa, Oklahoma | Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep Tulsa, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #333 of 338 | #254 of 409 |
| National rank | #15160 of 15,369 | #14746 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 296 | 249 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 249 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.9% | 90.4% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Tulsa | Tulsa |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.1 vs 9.1).
- •Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.4% vs 92.9%).
- •Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 26.9).
- •Central MS is the larger school with 296 students compared with 249.
- •Central MS is a public school while Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep?
On the Success Index (US), Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep ranks higher (23.1 vs 9.1 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 Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Tulsa and Tulsa in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 296. Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep: 249. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep rank in Oklahoma?
Central MS is 333rd of 338 and Kipp Tulsa HS University Prep is 254th of 409 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).