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Best Benton Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 389 students in Benton, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Benton, TN are Chilhowee Middle School and Polk Innovative Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, TN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Benton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Benton, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chilhowee Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
215 Schoolhouse Hill Rd
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0086
Gr: 6-8 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Polk Innovative Learning Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
131 Stephens St
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0471
Gr: K-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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Benton, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
131 Stephens St
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0471
Gr: 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Benton, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Benton, TN include Chilhowee Middle School and Polk Innovative Learning Academy.
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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).

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