Omaha Benson High School Magnet, Benson High Magnet, or Benson High, is a public high school in Omaha, Nebraska, United States, in the Benson neighborhood. The original site of Benson High was the current building that houses Benson West Elementary School.
Serving 1,490 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 58%). 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 19:1 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 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (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 1,490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1904
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. May 19, 2026
School Mascot
Bunnies
School Rankings
Benson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
3%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
31%
7%
White
15%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bunnies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson High School's ranking?
Benson High School is ranked #886 out of 901 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 58% 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 65%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Benson High School?
1,490 students attend Benson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Benson High School students are Black, 29% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% 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 19:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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