Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bennington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bennington Elementary School's student population of 182 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Bennington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennington Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#167 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
37%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Bennington Elementary School's ranking?
Bennington Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Bennington Elementary School?
182 students attend Bennington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bennington Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennington Elementary School?
Bennington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bennington Elementary School offer ?
Bennington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennington Elementary School part of?
Bennington Elementary School is part of Bennington School District.
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