For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 137 students in Balko, OK.
The top ranked public schools in Balko, OK are Balko Elementary School and Balko High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Balko, OK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 28% statewide average). Schools in Balko have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oklahoma public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Balko, OK (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Balko Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
110 Bison Lane
Balko, OK 73931
(580) 646-3385
Balko, OK 73931
(580) 646-3385
Grades: PK-8
| 93 students
Rank: #22.
Balko High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
110 Bison Lane
Balko, OK 73931
(580) 646-3385
Balko, OK 73931
(580) 646-3385
Grades: 9-12
| 44 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Balko, OK?
The top ranked public schools in Balko, OK include Balko Elementary School and Balko High School.
How many public schools are located in Balko?
2 public schools are located in Balko.
What is the racial composition of students in Balko?
Balko public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
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