Serving 334 students in grades 6-12, Benson Secondary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benson Secondary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Benson, MN, encompassing approximately 402.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benson Secondary's student population of 334 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1890
School Rankings
Benson Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Secondary is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1343 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
81%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Secondary's ranking?
Benson Secondary is ranked #1343 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benson Secondary?
The graduation rate of Benson Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Benson Secondary?
334 students attend Benson Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Benson Secondary students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benson Secondary?
Benson Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benson Secondary offer ?
Benson Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson Secondary part of?
Benson Secondary is part of Benson Public School District.
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