For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,593 students in Benson, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in Benson, NC is West Johnston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benson, NC public high school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Benson have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Benson, NC public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Johnston High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Benson, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Johnston High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5935 Raleigh Road
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 934-7333
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 934-7333
Gr: 9-12 | 1,593 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Benson, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in Benson, NC include West Johnston High School.
How many public high schools are located in Benson?
1 public high schools are located in Benson.
What is the racial composition of students in Benson?
Benson public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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