Serving 269 students in grades 3-5, Bennett Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bennett Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Broken Bow, OK, covering approximately 213.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 18.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennett Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Elementary School is 0.81, which is more 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
#792 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
18%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
9%
1%
Two or more races
24%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Bennett Elementary School is ranked #792 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dierks Elementary School, Lukfata Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Bennett Elementary School?
269 students attend Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Bennett Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are American Indian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Hawaiian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett Elementary School?
Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennett Elementary School part of?
Bennett Elementary School is part of Broken Bow School District.
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