Serving 495 students in grades 9-12, Bristow High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bristow High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Bristow, OK, covering approximately 242.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 10.7 miles and the furthest edge located 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bristow High School's student population of 495 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bristow High 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 Bristow High School is 0.63, 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
#671 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
26%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
54%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristow High School's ranking?
Bristow High School is ranked #671 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Bristow High School often compared to?
Bristow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kellyville High School, Mannford High School, Cushing High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bristow High School?
The graduation rate of Bristow High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Bristow High School?
495 students attend Bristow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bristow High School students are White, 26% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristow High School?
Bristow High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bristow High School offer ?
Bristow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bristow High School part of?
Bristow High School is part of Bristow School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Bristow Public Schools are fantastic. The teachers really care about the students. They are ahead of most schools as far as technology. The band and choir programs are very popular. Art classes are availabe as well. Athletics are very important in Bristow. The facilities are new and have enough room.
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