Serving 200 students in grades 3-4, Benton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benton Elementary serves the entire school district in Marshall, MO, covering an area of approximately 162.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 15.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benton Elementary School's student population of 200 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1804 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
27%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Elementary School's ranking?
Benton Elementary School is ranked #1804 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Benton Elementary School?
200 students attend Benton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Benton Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Elementary School?
Benton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Elementary School part of?
Benton Elementary School is part of Marshall School District.
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