Serving 113 students in grades 7-8, Benton Area Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Benton Area Middle School's student population of 113 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Benton Area Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Area Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1696 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Area Middle School's ranking?
Benton Area Middle School is ranked #1696 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Benton Area Middle School?
113 students attend Benton Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Benton Area Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Area Middle School?
Benton Area Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton Area Middle School offer ?
Benton Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benton Area Middle School part of?
Benton Area Middle School is part of Benton Area School District.
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