For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 406 students in Benton, MO.
The top ranked public middle schools in Benton, MO are Kelso Elementary School and Scott Co. Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Benton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Benton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kelso Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
820 State Hwy A
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357
Grades: PK-8
| 210 students
Rank: #22.
Scott Co. Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Benton, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in Benton, MO include Kelso Elementary School and Scott Co. Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Benton?
2 public middle schools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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