Serving 938 students in grades 8-9, Benton Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Benton Junior High School's student population of 938 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
938 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benton Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Junior High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 993 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
9%
20%
White
75%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Junior High School's ranking?
Benton Junior High School is ranked #144 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Benton Junior High School often compared to?
Benton Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bauxite Middle School, Harmony Grove Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Benton Junior High School?
938 students attend Benton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Benton Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Junior High School?
Benton Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton Junior High School offer ?
Benton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Junior High School part of?
Benton Junior High School is part of Benton School District.
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