Serving 235 students in grades 7-8, Benton Community Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Benton Community Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Van Horne, IA, covering approximately 332.8 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benton Community Middle School's student population of 235 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Quality Education for a Lifetime of Learning
School Rankings
Benton Community Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Community Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#612 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Community Middle School's ranking?
Benton Community Middle School is ranked #612 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Benton Community Middle School?
235 students attend Benton Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Benton Community Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Community Middle School?
Benton Community Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benton Community Middle School offer ?
Benton Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Community Middle School part of?
Benton Community Middle School is part of Benton Comm School District.
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