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 (2026)
- 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 Elementary School serves the entire Balko, OK district, covering an attendance zone of approximately 441.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 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
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
76%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bison
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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