Benton Elementary School serves 226 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
226 students
Showing 1999–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 1999–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 1999–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
15%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
67%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1999–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Showing 1999–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Benton Elementary School?
226 students attend Benton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Benton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Elementary School?
Benton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benton Elementary School offer ?
Benton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Benton Elementary School part of?
Benton Elementary School is part of St. Charles R-VI School District.
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