Serving 1,030 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benhaven Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benhaven Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benhaven Elementary School's student population of 1,030 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benhaven Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benhaven Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#678 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
20%
25%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benhaven Elementary School's ranking?
Benhaven Elementary School is ranked #678 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Benhaven Elementary School often compared to?
Benhaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boone Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Benhaven Elementary School?
1,030 students attend Benhaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Benhaven Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benhaven Elementary School?
Benhaven Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benhaven Elementary School offer ?
Benhaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benhaven Elementary School part of?
Benhaven Elementary School is part of Harnett County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Benhaven Elementary School located?
Benhaven Elementary School is located in the Olive Farms neighborhood of Sanford, NC.
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