Serving 335 students in grades 3-5, Kiona-benton Intermediate 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 19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kiona-benton Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kiona-benton Intermediate School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kiona-benton Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kiona-benton Intermediate School is 0.53, 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
#2003 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
55%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
42%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiona-benton Intermediate School's ranking?
Kiona-benton Intermediate School is ranked #2003 out of 2,113 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kiona-benton Intermediate School?
335 students attend Kiona-benton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kiona-benton Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kiona-benton Intermediate School?
Kiona-benton Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kiona-benton Intermediate School offer ?
Kiona-benton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Kiona-benton Intermediate School part of?
Kiona-benton Intermediate School is part of Kiona-Benton City School District.
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