For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,073 students in Benton, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 124 private students). 90% 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 28% (versus the Missouri public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Benton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Benton, MO Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kelso Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
820 State Hwy A
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Grades: PK-8
| 160 students
Rank: #22.
Thomas W. Kelly High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: 9-12
| 335 students
Rank: #33.
Scott Co. Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: PK-5
| 363 students
Rank: #44.
Scott Co. Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: 6-8
| 215 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, MO?
4 public schools are located in Benton, MO.
What percentage of students in Benton, MO go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Benton, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Benton, MO?
Benton, MO public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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