Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hugh Bish Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hugh Bish Elementary School's student population of 276 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hugh Bish Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugh Bish Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#456 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
19%
8%
White
33%
43%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
14%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugh Bish Elementary School's ranking?
Hugh Bish Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Hugh Bish Elementary School?
276 students attend Hugh Bish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Hugh Bish Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hugh Bish Elementary School?
Hugh Bish Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hugh Bish Elementary School offer ?
Hugh Bish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hugh Bish Elementary School part of?
Hugh Bish Elementary School is part of Lawton School District.
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