Serving 99 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Balko Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 8:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Balko Elementary School's student population of 99 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Balko Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balko Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 1680 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
81%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balko Elementary School's ranking?
Balko Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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?
99 students attend Balko Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Balko Elementary School students are White, 18% 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 8:1, 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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