Serving 718 students in grades 6-8, Reginald M. Benton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reginald M. Benton Middle School's student population of 718 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
718 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reginald M. Benton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reginald M. Benton Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4601 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reginald M. Benton Middle School's ranking?
Reginald M. Benton Middle School is ranked #4601 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Reginald M. Benton Middle School often compared to?
Reginald M. Benton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Reginald M. Benton Middle School?
718 students attend Reginald M. Benton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Reginald M. Benton Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reginald M. Benton Middle School?
Reginald M. Benton Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Reginald M. Benton Middle School offer ?
Reginald M. Benton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Reginald M. Benton Middle School part of?
Reginald M. Benton Middle School is part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District.
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