Omaha Benson High School Magnet, Benson High Magnet, or Benson High, is a public high school in Omaha, Nebraska, United States, in the Benson neighborhood. The original site of Benson High was the current building that houses Benson West Elementary School.
Serving 1,488 students in grades 9-12, Benson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benson Magnet High School serves the eastern part of Omaha, NE, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benson High School's student population of 1,488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,488 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
27%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Bunnies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson High School's ranking?
Benson High School is ranked #886 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Benson High School often compared to?
Benson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benson High School?
The graduation rate of Benson High School is 65%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Benson High School?
1,488 students attend Benson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Benson High School students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benson High School?
Benson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benson High School offer ?
Benson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson High School part of?
Benson High School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Benson High School located?
Benson High School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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