Serving 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Balko Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Balko ES's attendance zone covers the entire district in Balko, OK, encompassing approximately 441.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point in the zone is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 14.9 miles and the furthest edge located 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Balko Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Balko Elementary School's student population of 95 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Balko Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balko Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 1652 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balko Elementary School's ranking?
Balko Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Balko Elementary School?
95 students attend Balko Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Balko Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Balko Elementary School?
Balko Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Balko Elementary School offer ?
Balko Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Balko Elementary School part of?
Balko Elementary School is part of Balko School District.
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