Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Benton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Benton High School's student population of 59 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Benton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#448 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton High School's ranking?
Benton High School is ranked #448 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Benton High School often compared to?
Benton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton Elementary School, Black Hawk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benton High School?
The graduation rate of Benton High School is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Benton High School?
59 students attend Benton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Benton High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton High School?
Benton High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton High School offer ?
Benton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benton High School part of?
Benton High School is part of Benton School District.
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