Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Benjamin School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benjamin School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Benjamin, TX, covering approximately 408.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 12.2 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 21.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin School's student population of 94 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
94 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2732 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
47%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin School's ranking?
Benjamin School is ranked #2732 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin School?
The graduation rate of Benjamin School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Benjamin School?
94 students attend Benjamin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Benjamin School students are White, 47% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin School?
Benjamin School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin School offer ?
Benjamin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Benjamin School part of?
Benjamin School is part of Benjamin Independent School District.
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