Serving 126 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Benton Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Benton Elementary School's student population of 126 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benton Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 1984 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Elementary School's ranking?
Benton Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Benton Elementary School often compared to?
Benton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton High School, Black Hawk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Benton Elementary School?
126 students attend Benton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Benton Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Elementary School?
Benton Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton Elementary School offer ?
Benton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Elementary School part of?
Benton Elementary School is part of Benton School District.
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