Serving 799 students in grades 7-12, Benton Central Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Central Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Benton Central Jr-sr High School's student population of 799 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benton Central Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Central Jr-sr High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#792 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
86%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Central Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Benton Central Jr-sr High School is ranked #792 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benton Central Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Benton Central Jr-sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Benton Central Jr-sr High School?
799 students attend Benton Central Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Benton Central Jr-sr High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Central Jr-sr High School?
Benton Central Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benton Central Jr-sr High School offer ?
Benton Central Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Benton Central Jr-sr High School part of?
Benton Central Jr-sr High School is part of Benton Community School Corp School District.
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