Serving 1,570 students in grades 9-12, Benson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 64% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benson High School's student population of 1,570 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#876 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
3%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
35%
7%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
64%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson High School's ranking?
Benson High School is ranked #876 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Benson High School often compared to?
Benson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benson High School?
The graduation rate of Benson High School is 64%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Benson High School?
1,570 students attend Benson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Benson High School students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benson High School?
Benson High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benson High School offer ?
Benson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Benson High School part of?
Benson High School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Benson High School located?
Benson High School is located in the North Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 32 other public schools located in North Omaha.
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