Serving 1,248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benefield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benefield Elementary School's student population of 1,248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benefield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benefield Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1207 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
57%
19%
Black
26%
36%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benefield Elementary School's ranking?
Benefield Elementary School is ranked #1207 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Benefield Elementary School often compared to?
Benefield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethesda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Benefield Elementary School?
1,248 students attend Benefield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Benefield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benefield Elementary School?
Benefield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benefield Elementary School offer ?
Benefield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benefield Elementary School part of?
Benefield Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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