Serving 61 students in grades 9-12, Benton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benton High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Benton school district, covering approximately 32.2 square miles. The area is typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Benton High School's student population of 61 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
61 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#448 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Spirit - Pride - Tradition
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton High School's ranking?
Benton High School is ranked #448 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Benton High School often compared to?
Benton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton Elementary School, Black Hawk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benton High School?
The graduation rate of Benton High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Benton High School?
61 students attend Benton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Benton High School students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton High School?
Benton High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton High School offer ?
Benton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benton High School part of?
Benton High School is part of Benton School District.
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