For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,122 students in Benton, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 100 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Benton, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Benton, MO are Kelso Elementary School, Thomas W. Kelly High School and Scott Co. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Benton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Benton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kelso Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
820 State Hwy A
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Grades: PK-8
| 210 students
Rank: #22.
Thomas W. Kelly High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: 9-12
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Scott Co. Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: PK-5
| 401 students
Rank: #44.
Scott Co. Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Benton, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Benton, MO include Kelso Elementary School, Thomas W. Kelly High School and Scott Co. Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Benton?
4 public schools are located in Benton.
What percentage of students in Benton go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Benton are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Benton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Benton include: Kelso Elementary School vs. Scott Co. Elementary School, Scott Co. Elementary School vs. Kelso Elementary School
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