Serving 490 students in grades 9-12, Benton Community Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Community Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benton Community Senior High School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Quality Education for a Lifetime of Learning
School Rankings
Benton Community Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Community Senior High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Community Senior High School's ranking?
Benton Community Senior High School is ranked #615 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Benton Community Senior High School often compared to?
Benton Community Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinton-shellsburg High School, Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benton Community Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Benton Community Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Benton Community Senior High School?
490 students attend Benton Community Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Benton Community Senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Community Senior High School?
Benton Community Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benton Community Senior High School offer ?
Benton Community Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Community Senior High School part of?
Benton Community Senior High School is part of Benton Community School District.
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