Serving 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hugh Bish Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hugh Bish Elementary School's student population of 303 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Hugh Bish Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugh Bish Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
27%
8%
White
29%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugh Bish Elementary School's ranking?
Hugh Bish Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Hugh Bish Elementary School often compared to?
Hugh Bish Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Hugh Bish Elementary School?
303 students attend Hugh Bish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Hugh Bish Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hugh Bish Elementary School?
Hugh Bish Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hugh Bish Elementary School offer ?
Hugh Bish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hugh Bish Elementary School part of?
Hugh Bish Elementary School is part of Lawton School District.
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