Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benton Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benton Heights Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Monroe, NC, covering approximately 639.6 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 14.6 miles, with the furthest point being 20.9 miles away, resulting in a typical drive of 20-30 minutes for families within the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benton Heights Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benton Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Heights Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2108 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
69%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
Showing 2007–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Benton Heights Elementary School is ranked #2108 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Benton Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Benton Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Benton Heights Elementary School?
451 students attend Benton Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Benton Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Heights Elementary School?
Benton Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benton Heights Elementary School offer ?
Benton Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Heights Elementary School part of?
Benton Heights Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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