Serving 429 students in grades 5-8, Benton Grade School 5-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benton Grade School 5-8's student population of 429 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2018
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Benton Grade School 5-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Grade School 5-8 is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2224 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Grade School 5-8's ranking?
Benton Grade School 5-8 is ranked #2224 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Benton Grade School 5-8 often compared to?
Benton Grade School 5-8is often viewed alongside schools like Frankfort Intermediate School, Zeigler-royalton Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Benton Grade School 5-8?
429 students attend Benton Grade School 5-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Benton Grade School 5-8 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Grade School 5-8?
Benton Grade School 5-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton Grade School 5-8 offer ?
Benton Grade School 5-8 offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Benton Grade School 5-8 part of?
Benton Grade School 5-8 is part of Benton CCSD 47 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL Fall Break
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL Fall Break
October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL Fall Break
October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL Fall Break
October 15, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL Fall Break
October 16, 2026 (Friday)
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