For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 391 students in Benson, MN.
The top ranked public high schools in Benson, MN are Benson Area Learning Center, Heartland Girls Ranch and Benson Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benson, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Benson have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Benson, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benson Secondary, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Benson, MN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Benson Area Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Montana Ave
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Gr: 7-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Heartland Girls Ranch
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Montana Ave
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Gr: 7-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Benson Secondary
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Montana Ave
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Gr: 6-12 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Benson, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Benson Day Treatment (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1400 Montana Ave
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
1400 Montana Ave.
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Gr: 7-12 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Benson Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1400 Montana Ave
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Benson, MN 56215
(320) 843-2710
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Benson, MN?
The top ranked public high schools in Benson, MN include Benson Area Learning Center, Heartland Girls Ranch and Benson Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in Benson?
3 public high schools are located in Benson.
What is the racial composition of students in Benson?
Benson public high schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Recent Articles
What Are Public Schools Doing to Fight Obesity and Is It Working?
Childhood obesity rates continue to climb. While many public schools have implemented policies and programs to combat the problem, there is always more to be done. Keep reading to learn what schools are doing to prevent obesity and how you can help.
Massachusetts: Boston Public Schools Offer Free Lunches
Kids in Boston Public Schools will enjoy free lunches this year, thanks to participation in a federal program that cuts out paperwork required to prove eligibility for the free lunch program.
Michigan Schools: Free Meals for All Students in Some Detroit Schools
Learn about a pilot program through the U.S. Department of Agriculture that would offer two free meals and snacks to all Detroit Public School students daily – a controversial decision for some taxpayers.