Serving 133 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Benjamin School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Benjamin School's student population of 133 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin School is 0.54, 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
#1441 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
56%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
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 #1441 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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%.
How many students attend Benjamin School?
133 students attend Benjamin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Benjamin School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin School?
Benjamin School has a student ration of 8:1, 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 ISD School District.
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