Serving 45 students in grades 9-12, Benson Digital Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson Digital Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Benson Digital Learning Center's student population of 45 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benson Digital Learning Center ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Digital Learning Center is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#437 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Digital Learning Center's ranking?
Benson Digital Learning Center is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benson Digital Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Benson Digital Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Benson Digital Learning Center?
45 students attend Benson Digital Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Benson Digital Learning Center students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benson Digital Learning Center?
Benson Digital Learning Center has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benson Digital Learning Center offer ?
Benson Digital Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Benson Digital Learning Center part of?
Benson Digital Learning Center is part of Benson Unified School District (79226).
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