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2 schools in Balko

Oklahoma · Public K-12

Balko hosts 2 public K-12 schools inside Oklahoma, collectively enrolling about 148 students (around 74 per campus).

7-year change in Balko

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
148
-15 (-9%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
76%
was 87%
% Hispanic
21%
was 9%
% Black
0%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
BALKO ESElementaryPK-0895
BALKO HSHigh09-1253

About Balko

Balko is a sparse Oklahoma city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 148 students total.

For a sense of the school types, the city covers 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Schools in Balko average about 74 students each, 81% noticeably below the Oklahoma norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment shrank 9%: 163 students in SY 2017-18 versus 148 in SY 2024-25. The Hispanic share of public-school enrollment rose from 9% to 21%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Balko discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Balko?
Balko, Oklahoma has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 148 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Balko?
Balko has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Balko?
BALKO ES is the largest public school in Balko by enrollment, with approximately 95 students.
What school districts serve Balko?
Balko public schools are operated by BALKO.
What grade levels do public schools in Balko cover?
Public schools in Balko serve students from pre-K through grade 12.