Dickson MS vs Marlow MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Oklahoma, United States, 104 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
Marlow MS
Marlow · Public middle · Grades 6–8
282 students
| Measure | Dickson MS Ardmore, Oklahoma | Marlow MS Marlow, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #270 of 338 | #44 of 338 |
| National rank | #13788 of 15,369 | #8146 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 282 | 282 |
| Enrollment | 282 | 282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 51.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 40% |
| city | Ardmore | Marlow |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marlow MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.7 vs 19.9).
- •Marlow MS does better on math proficiency (40% vs 18%).
- •Marlow MS does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •Marlow MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.4% vs 58.5%).
- •Marlow MS does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 21.7).
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 Marlow MS?
On the Success Index (US), Marlow MS ranks higher (47.7 vs 19.9 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 Dickson MS and Marlow MS?
About 104 km in a straight line, between Ardmore and Marlow in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickson MS: 282. Marlow MS: 282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickson MS and Marlow MS rank in Oklahoma?
Dickson MS is 270th of 338 and Marlow MS is 44th of 338 among middle schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).