Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bennett 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bennett School serves the southwest part of its school district in Bennett, NC, covering an area of approximately 49.5 square miles. Most families live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 6.3 miles to the school and the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennett School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bennett School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#881 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
86%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett School's ranking?
Bennett School is ranked #881 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bennett School often compared to?
Bennett Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carthage Elementary School, Highfalls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bennett School?
187 students attend Bennett School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Bennett School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett School?
Bennett School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bennett School offer ?
Bennett School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennett School part of?
Bennett School is part of Chatham County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Bennett is a small enough school that the teachers know the students and can reach out to them better than in a larger setting. The parents, grandparents and the staff cares about the students and the education they are receiving, they also support their students. It is very important that the parents take an interest in a child's education and make sure they are succeeding.
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