Serving 1,357 students in grades 6-8, Louise A. Benton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louise A. Benton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Louise A. Benton Middle School's student population of 1,357 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Better Together
School Rankings
Louise A. Benton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louise A. Benton Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louise A. Benton Middle School's ranking?
Louise A. Benton Middle School is ranked #484 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Louise A. Benton Middle School often compared to?
Louise A. Benton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert J. Saunders Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Louise A. Benton Middle School?
1,357 students attend Louise A. Benton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Louise A. Benton Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louise A. Benton Middle School?
Louise A. Benton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Louise A. Benton Middle School offer ?
Louise A. Benton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Louise A. Benton Middle School part of?
Louise A. Benton Middle School is part of Prince William County School District.
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