Serving 327 students in grades 6-8, Kiona-benton City Middle 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 14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kiona-benton City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kiona-benton City Middle School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kiona-benton City Middle 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 Kiona-benton City Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2047 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
58%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
39%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiona-benton City Middle School's ranking?
Kiona-benton City Middle School is ranked #2047 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kiona-benton City Middle School?
327 students attend Kiona-benton City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kiona-benton City Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kiona-benton City Middle School?
Kiona-benton City Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kiona-benton City Middle School offer ?
Kiona-benton City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiona-benton City Middle School part of?
Kiona-benton City Middle School is part of Kiona-Benton City School District.
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