Serving 850 students in grades 6-8, Benton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benton Middle School's student population of 850 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
16%
41%
White
74%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Middle School's ranking?
Benton Middle School is ranked #130 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Benton Middle School often compared to?
Benton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haughton Middle School, Cope Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Benton Middle School?
850 students attend Benton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Benton Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Middle School?
Benton Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benton Middle School offer ?
Benton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benton Middle School part of?
Benton Middle School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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