For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,287 students in Benson, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Benson, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in Benson, AZ are Benson Digital Learning Center, Benson Middle School and Benson Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benson, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Benson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Benson, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benson Digital Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
197 E 7th St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Benson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6801
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6801
Gr: 5-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Benson Primary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6708
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6708
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Benson High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6841
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6841
Gr: 9-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Benson Digital Learning Center Online
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Gr: K-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 51:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Benson, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
98 N. Oak Dr.
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 574-3033
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 574-3033
Gr: K-8 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Benson, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Benson, AZ include Benson Digital Learning Center, Benson Middle School and Benson Primary School.
How many public schools are located in Benson?
5 public schools are located in Benson.
What percentage of students in Benson go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Benson are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Benson?
Benson public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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