Serving 340 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 11% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kiona-Benton City Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 132.6 square miles around Benton City, WA. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kiona-benton City Middle School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Kiona-benton City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kiona-benton City Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2050 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
58%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
39%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #2050 out of 2,088 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kiona-benton City Middle School?
340 students attend Kiona-benton City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kiona-benton City Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiona-benton City Middle School?
Kiona-benton City Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kiona-benton City Middle School offer ?
Kiona-benton City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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