Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Benton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Benton Elementary School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
15%
42%
White
76%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Elementary School's ranking?
Benton Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Benton Elementary School often compared to?
Benton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingston Elementary School, Legacy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Benton Elementary School?
616 students attend Benton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Benton Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benton Elementary School offer ?
Benton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Benton Elementary School part of?
Benton Elementary School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
I am very happy with this school, I have two students attending Benton Elementary and they both adore thier teachers! The school is a very good school and has many wonderful teachers! Benton Elementary is a very clean school and cares about thier students and many of the parents are really involed in the classrooms. The extracurricular activities are great and the students really enjoy them. Not only do they have great teachers , but all of the faculty is really nice. I would definately reccomend this school!!!!!
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