Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Benton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Benton Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Benton school district, encompassing approximately 32.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benton Elementary School's student population of 131 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Spirit - Pride - Tradition
School Rankings
Benton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#543 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. 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)7.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #543 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Benton Elementary School?
131 students attend Benton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Benton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 10:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benton Elementary School part of?
Benton Elementary School is part of Benton School District.
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