Serving 754 students in grades 5-6, Benton Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benton Intermediate School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Benton Intermediate 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 Intermediate School is 0.40, 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
#107 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
13%
42%
White
76%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Intermediate School's ranking?
Benton Intermediate School is ranked #107 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Benton Intermediate School?
754 students attend Benton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Benton Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Intermediate School?
Benton Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton Intermediate School offer ?
Benton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Intermediate School part of?
Benton Intermediate School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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