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 34%), 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%
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).
Recent Articles
Phone Bans Are Expanding: Will They Actually Help Your Child?
Phone bans are spreading in public schools nationwide. Learn how to evaluate whether a school's cellphone policy will improve your child's learning and well-being.
Should You Move for a Better Public School or Stay Put?
Considering a move to a higher-rated public school? Learn how to weigh school quality, housing costs, and family priorities before relocating.
How to Compare Public School Value Beyond Test Scores
Learn how to evaluate public school value using student support, school climate, opportunities, and outcomes, not just standardized test scores.