Best Schools in Midwest City, Oklahoma
13 schools · 7 Elementary · 3 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Midwest City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
St Philip Neri School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The Good Shepherd Lutheran School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Soldier Creek ES
Elementary · Midwest City-del City. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Midwest City for 2026 are St Philip Neri School (8.5/10), The Good Shepherd Lutheran School (6.6/10), and Soldier Creek ES (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$157,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$157,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 5.6/10 despite 85% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Midwest City schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +19.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Midwest City schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Midwest City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Philip Neri School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | The Good Shepherd Lutheran School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Soldier Creek ES | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Okla. Virtual Charter Acad ES | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Midwest City HS | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Okla. Virtual Charter Acad MS | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Okla. Virtual Charter Acad HS | 4.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Midwest City MS | 4.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Midwest City ES | 4.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Cleveland Bailey ES | 4.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $60,027
- Median home value
- $157,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
8% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Midwest City compares
Oklahoma rank
#213 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$60k
99% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Midwest City, Oklahoma
Midwest City, Oklahoma is home to 13 schools, including 11 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Midwest City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Midwest City is St Philip Neri School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Midwest City is served by 3 school districts: OKLAHOMA VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD, INSIGHT SCHOOL OF OKLAHOMA (CHARTER), MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY. These districts collectively serve 16,948 students.
Midwest City's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,027. The poverty rate in the area is 14.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 843 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 2 | 1,316 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 3 | 785 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 | ||
| 4 | 340 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 | ||
| 5 | 288 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Philip Neri School
Private
148 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.5 | ||
| 2 | 48 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.6 | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 899 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 2 | 962 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
| 3 | 202 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,324 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 1,231 students · 9th–12th | 4.8 |
| 3 | 920 students · 9th–12th | 3.6 |
Schools in Midwest City
Midwest City, Oklahoma · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$60,027
Median Home Value
$157,500
Median Rent
$1,075/mo
Population
53,786
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Community Profile
Midwest City has a median household income of $60,027. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $157,500, with a median rent of $1,075/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 3
Resources
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Midwest City, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
Midwest City has 13 schools, including 11 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Midwest City is 5.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Midwest City on MySchoolScout is St Philip Neri School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Midwest City on MySchoolScout is St Philip Neri School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Midwest City on MySchoolScout is Okla. Virtual Charter Acad MS with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Midwest City on MySchoolScout is Midwest City HS with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Midwest City, Oklahoma?
Midwest City is served by 3 school districts: Oklahoma Virtual Charter Acad, Insight School of Oklahoma (charter), Midwest City-del City.
What is the education level in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Midwest City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Midwest City is approximately $60,027 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
Yes, Midwest City has 2 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Philip Neri School with a score of 8.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Midwest City is 23.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Midwest City, Oklahoma?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Oklahoma Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.