For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 307 students in Benton, PA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Benton, PA is L R Appleman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, PA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Benton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Benton, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
L R Appleman Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 Park Street
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-6971
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-6971
Gr: K-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Benton, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 Park Street
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-2651
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-2651
Gr: 7-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Benton, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Benton, PA include L R Appleman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Benton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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