Serving 285 students in grades 3-5, Bennett Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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% (which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bennett Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
41%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
9%
8%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
11%
1%
Two or more races
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Bennett Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lukfata Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Bennett Elementary School?
285 students attend Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bennett Elementary School students are American Indian, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennett Elementary School?
Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Bennett Elementary School part of?
Bennett Elementary School is part of Broken Bow School District.
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