Serving 769 students in grades 5-6, Benton Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- 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
School Overview
Benton Intermediate School's student population of 769 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benton Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Intermediate School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
12%
42%
White
77%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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 #128 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Benton Intermediate School?
769 students attend Benton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Benton Intermediate School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Intermediate School?
Benton Intermediate School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benton Intermediate School offer ?
Benton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Benton Intermediate School part of?
Benton Intermediate School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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