Serving 515 students in grades 1-6, Benton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benton Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Benton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
93%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Elementary School's ranking?
Benton Elementary School is ranked #393 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Benton Elementary School often compared to?
Benton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winslow Elementary School, George J Mitchell School, Clinton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Benton Elementary School?
515 students attend Benton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Benton Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Elementary School?
Benton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benton Elementary School offer ?
Benton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Elementary School part of?
Benton Elementary School is part of RSU 49/MSAD 49 School District.
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