For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 148 students in Balko, OK.
The top-ranked public schools in Balko, OK are Balko High School and Balko Elementary 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 43% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 25%), 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public school average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Balko, OK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Balko High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
110 Bison Lane
Balko, OK 73931
(580) 646-3385
Balko, OK 73931
(580) 646-3385
Gr: 9-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Balko Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
110 Bison Lane
Balko, OK 73931
(580) 646-3385
Balko, OK 73931
(580) 646-3385
Gr: PK-8 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Balko, OK?
The top-ranked public schools in Balko, OK include Balko High School and Balko Elementary 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public schools average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
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