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#1579 of 1,750 schools in OK

Midwest City ES

Elementary School · MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY

2211 S Midwest Blvd, Midwest City, OK 73110

Enrollment

785

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,579 of 1,750

In Midwest City

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#14 of 19

MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY

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Midwest City ES

4.5/10

Elementary School in Midwest City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Philip Neri School

8.5/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Midwest City HS

5.6/10

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About Midwest City ES

Midwest City ES is a public elementary school in Midwest City, OK, part of MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY. Midwest City ES serves approximately 785 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Midwest City ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,579 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Midwest City ES show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Midwest City ES sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

41% of students at Midwest City ES were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-12.12 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,270
Chronic Absenteeism41.1%

Midwest City ES — Students at Midwest City ES score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 38 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2024
Math
15%
ELA
32.3%
2025
Math
12%
ELA
11%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Midwest City ES Compares

See how Midwest City ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
10th percentile in OK
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2211 S Midwest Blvd, Midwest City, OK 73110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Midwest City ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TINKER ES (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Midwest City, see our Midwest City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Midwest City 0.5 mi 8.5
MIDWEST CITY HS Midwest City 0.8 mi 5.6
COUNTRY ESTATES ES Oklahoma City 0.9 mi 4.6
MIDWEST CITY MS Midwest City 1.4 mi 4.7
OKLA. VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD ES Midwest City 1.3 mi 5.6
OKLA. VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD MS Midwest City 1.3 mi 5.2
OKLA. VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD HS Midwest City 1.3 mi 4.8
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF OKLAHOMA HS Midwest City 1.3 mi 3.6
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF OKLAHOMA MS Midwest City 1.3 mi 3.8
SOLDIER CREEK ES Midwest City 1.3 mi 5.7
RIDGECREST ES Midwest City 2.0 mi 4.0
THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Midwest City 2.2 mi 6.6
CARL ALBERT MS Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 4.5
TINKER ES Oklahoma City 2.2 mi 6.8
CARL ALBERT HS Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 6.4
WILLOW BROOK ES Oklahoma City 2.5 mi 5.6
CLEVELAND BAILEY ES Midwest City 2.4 mi 4.2
DEL CITY MS Del City 2.2 mi 4.7
DEL CITY ES Del City 2.7 mi 3.7
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Del City 2.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,436

Median Home Value

$119,900

Median Rent

$1,007/mo

Population

32,693

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

44.2%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

33.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Midwest City ES

What grades does Midwest City ES serve?

Midwest City ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Midwest City ES?

Midwest City ES has an enrollment of approximately 785 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Midwest City ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Midwest City ES is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Midwest City ES rank in OK?

Midwest City ES ranks #1,579 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Midwest City ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Midwest City ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Midwest City ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Midwest City ES has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Midwest City ES a charter school?

No, Midwest City ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Midwest City ES a Title I school?

No, Midwest City ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Midwest City ES?

75.0% of students at Midwest City ES qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.1%

District

MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY
District Enrollment
12,380
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,270
District Rank
#14 of 19

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