Serving 382 students in grades 4-6, Byng 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 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Byng Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Byng Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Campus Size
100 acres
School Rankings
Byng Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Byng Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#971 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
34%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Byng Elementary School's ranking?
Byng Elementary School is ranked #971 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Byng Elementary School?
382 students attend Byng Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Byng Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Byng Elementary School?
Byng Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Byng Elementary School offer ?
Byng Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Byng Elementary School part of?
Byng Elementary School is part of Byng School District.
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