Serving 330 students in grades 6-8, Kiona-benton City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kiona-benton City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kiona-benton City Middle School's student population of 330 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kiona-benton City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kiona-benton City Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1977 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)18%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
48%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
48%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiona-benton City Middle School's ranking?
Kiona-benton City Middle School is ranked #1977 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Kiona-benton City Middle School?
330 students attend Kiona-benton City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Kiona-benton City Middle School students are White, 48% 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 Kiona-benton City Middle School?
Kiona-benton City Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kiona-benton City Middle School offer ?
Kiona-benton City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiona-benton City Middle School part of?
Kiona-benton City Middle School is part of Kiona-Benton City School District.
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