For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 375 students in Bentonia, MS.
The top-ranked public school in Bentonia, MS is Bentonia Gibbs School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bentonia, MS public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Bentonia have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bentonia, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bentonia Gibbs School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10340 Hwy 433 West
Bentonia, MS 39040
(662) 755-2270
Bentonia, MS 39040
(662) 755-2270
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bentonia, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Bentonia, MS include Bentonia Gibbs School.
How many public schools are located in Bentonia?
1 public schools are located in Bentonia.
What is the racial composition of students in Bentonia?
Bentonia public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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