Benton High School is a public high school located in Benton, Louisiana, United States. The school, part of Bossier Parish School Board, serves about 1200 students in grades 9 to 12.
Serving 1,515 students in grades 8-12, Benton High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Benton High School serves the northwest part of Benton, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 225.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 19.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton High 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benton High School's student population of 1,515 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,515 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1890
School Motto
WIN the Day; Every Student, Every Way!
School Rankings
Benton High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Benton Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton High School's ranking?
Benton High School is ranked #103 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Benton High School often compared to?
Benton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Airline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benton High School?
The graduation rate of Benton High School is 94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Benton High School?
1,515 students attend Benton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Benton High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton High School offer ?
Benton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton High School part of?
Benton High School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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