Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benson Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benson Hill Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benson Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Hill Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1475 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
12%
5%
White
15%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Benson Hill Elementary School is ranked #1475 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Benson Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Benson Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carriage Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Benson Hill Elementary School?
476 students attend Benson Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Benson Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benson Hill Elementary School?
Benson Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Benson Hill Elementary School offer ?
Benson Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Benson Hill Elementary School part of?
Benson Hill Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2020
I love my daughter's kindergarten teacher. We have only been there a half year, but she is great with communication and support. The right at a school program there is so great. All three of the women that work for them are amazing kind humans.
2 9/18/2014
There are a handful of outstanding teachers. The leadership at this school is unprofessional and the programs suffer for it. The principal is focused on testing but the school scores don't reflect her singular focus.
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