Benton Middle School (Closed 2021)
Benton Middle School served 256 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 67% (which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 49%) for the 2015-16 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70% (which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 56%) for the 2015-16 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)67%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)70%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(15-16)3%
6%
Black
(15-16)n/a
11%
White
(15-16)97%
78%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% KY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
How many students attend Benton Middle School?
256 students attend Benton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Benton Middle School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Middle School?
Benton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benton Middle School offer ?
Benton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benton Middle School part of?
Benton Middle School is part of Marshall County School District.
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