Serving 46 students in grades 9-12, Balko High School ranks in the top 20% 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Balko High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Balko High School's student population of 46 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Balko High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balko High School is 0.39, 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
#307 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
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 High School's ranking?
Balko High School is ranked #307 out of 1,680 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Balko High School?
The graduation rate of Balko High School is 50%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Balko High School?
46 students attend Balko High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Balko High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Balko High School?
Balko High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Balko High School offer ?
Balko High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Balko High School part of?
Balko High School is part of Balko School District.
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