Serving 1,298 students in grades 10-12, Benton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benton High School's student population of 1,298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,298 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1885
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton High School's ranking?
Benton High School is ranked #500 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Benton High School often compared to?
Benton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benton High School?
The graduation rate of Benton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Benton High School?
1,298 students attend Benton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Benton High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton High School?
Benton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benton High School offer ?
Benton High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benton High School part of?
Benton High School is part of Benton School District.
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