Serving 433 students in grades 5-8, Benton Grade Sch 5-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benton Grade Sch 5-8's student population of 433 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2018
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Grade Sch 5-8 is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2224 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Grade Sch 5-8's ranking?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 is ranked #2224 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Benton Grade Sch 5-8 often compared to?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8is often viewed alongside schools like Frankfort Intermediate School, Zeigler-royalton Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Benton Grade Sch 5-8?
433 students attend Benton Grade Sch 5-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Benton Grade Sch 5-8 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Grade Sch 5-8?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton Grade Sch 5-8 offer ?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Benton Grade Sch 5-8 part of?
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 is part of Benton CCSD 47 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Fall Break - No School
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 15, 2025 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 16, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School
October 17, 2025 (Friday)
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