Serving 377 students in grades 6-8, Benson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benson Middle serves the southwest part of Benson, NC, covering an area of approximately 46.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the school, reaching up to 10.7 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benson Middle School's student population of 377 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Benson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1940 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Middle School's ranking?
Benson Middle School is ranked #1940 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Benson Middle School often compared to?
Benson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Benson Middle School?
377 students attend Benson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Benson Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benson Middle School?
Benson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benson Middle School offer ?
Benson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson Middle School part of?
Benson Middle School is part of Johnston County School District.
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