Serving 932 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benhaven Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benhaven Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benhaven Elementary School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benhaven Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benhaven Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#984 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
21%
25%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Benhaven Elementary School's ranking?
Benhaven Elementary School is ranked #984 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Benhaven Elementary School often compared to?
Benhaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boone Trail Elementary 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 42% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Benhaven Elementary School?
932 students attend Benhaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Benhaven Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benhaven Elementary School?
Benhaven Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benhaven Elementary School offer ?
Benhaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benhaven Elementary School part of?
Benhaven Elementary School is part of Harnett County Schools School District.
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