For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 297 students in Benton, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Benton, MO is Thomas W. Kelly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Benton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Benton, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thomas W. Kelly High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Benton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas W. Kelly High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Gr: 9-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Benton, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Benton, MO include Thomas W. Kelly High School.
How many public high schools are located in Benton?
1 public high schools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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