Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bennett School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennett School's student population of 307 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bennett School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett School's ranking?
Bennett School is ranked #566 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bennett School often compared to?
Bennett Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highfalls Elementary School, Carthage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Bennett School?
307 students attend Bennett School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bennett School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennett School?
Bennett School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bennett School offer ?
Bennett School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bennett School part of?
Bennett School is part of Chatham County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 11/7/2013
Bennett is a small enough school that the teachers know the students and can reach out to them better than in a larger setting. The parents, grandparents and the staff cares about the students and the education they are receiving, they also support their students. It is very important that the parents take an interest in a child's education and make sure they are succeeding.
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