Dickson MS vs Jefferson ES
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Oklahoma, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickson MS
Ardmore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
282 students
Jefferson ES
Ardmore · Public middle · Grades 5–6
396 students
| Measure | Dickson MS Ardmore, Oklahoma | Jefferson ES Ardmore, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #270 of 338 | #331 of 338 |
| National rank | #13788 of 15,369 | #15126 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 282 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 282 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 28.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 22% |
| city | Ardmore | Ardmore |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dickson MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.9 vs 9.6).
- •Jefferson ES does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Dickson MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.5% vs 99.7%).
- •Dickson MS does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 28.3).
- •Jefferson ES is the larger school with 396 students compared with 282.
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 Dickson MS better than Jefferson ES?
On the Success Index (US), Dickson MS ranks higher (19.9 vs 9.6 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 Dickson MS and Jefferson ES?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Ardmore and Ardmore in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickson MS: 282. Jefferson ES: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickson MS and Jefferson ES rank in Oklahoma?
Dickson MS is 270th of 338 and Jefferson ES is 331st of 338 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).