For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,293 students in Benson, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Benson, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Benson, AZ are Benson Digital Learning Center, Benson Digital Learning Center Online and Benson Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benson, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Benson have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Benson, AZ (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benson Digital Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
197 E 7th St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Grades: 9-12
| 45 students
Rank: #22.
Benson Digital Learning Center Online
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
197 E 7th St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Grades: K-12
| 52 students
Rank: #33.
Benson Primary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6708
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6708
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: #44.
Benson Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6800
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6800
Grades: 5-8
| 285 students
Rank: #55.
Benson High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6710
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6710
Grades: 9-12
| 383 students
Benson, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
197 E 7th Street
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6700
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6700
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
New West School (Closed 2015)
Charter School
98 N. Oak Dr.
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 574-3033
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 574-3033
Grades: K-8
| 42 students
Visions Unlimited Academy (Closed 2018)
Charter School
1275 East Barney Lane
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 586-8691
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 586-8691
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Benson, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in Benson, AZ include Benson Digital Learning Center, Benson Digital Learning Center Online and Benson Primary School.
How many public schools are located in Benson, AZ?
5 public schools are located in Benson, AZ.
What percentage of students in Benson, AZ go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Benson, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Benson, AZ?
Benson, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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