For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 12 students in Benton, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Benton, CA is Edna Beaman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Benton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Benton, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edna Beaman Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25541 Highway 6
Benton, CA 93512
(760) 933-2397
Benton, CA 93512
(760) 933-2397
Gr: K-5 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Benton, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Benton Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
25541 Highway 6
Benton, CA 93512
(760) 933-2397
Benton, CA 93512
(760) 933-2397
Gr: K-6 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
25541 Hwy 6
Benton, CA 93512
(760) 933-2397
Benton, CA 93512
(760) 933-2397
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Benton, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Benton, CA include Edna Beaman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Benton?
1 public schools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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