Serving 943 students in grades 8-9, Benton Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 943 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Benton Junior High School's student population of 943 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
943 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benton Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Junior High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#190 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
10%
19%
White
73%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Junior High School's ranking?
Benton Junior High School is ranked #190 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Benton Junior High School often compared to?
Benton Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bauxite Middle School, Harmony Grove Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Benton Junior High School?
943 students attend Benton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Benton Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Junior High School?
Benton Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton Junior High School offer ?
Benton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Junior High School part of?
Benton Junior High School is part of Benton School District.
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