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Benton Area MS
PublicMiddleGrades 7–8Virtual
400 Park St, Benton, PA 17814 · (570) 925-2651 · Part of Benton Area School District
Students
100
Students per teacher
11:1
Setting
Rural
Grades
7–8
What stands out about Benton Area MS
- Math proficiency 20 pts below the state
- Reading / language arts 8 pts below the state
- Small classes: 11:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment down 9.9% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency17%
State average 37.3%
Reading / language arts47%
State average 55%
Location
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400 Park St, Benton
Students
Enrollment by grade
Grade 744
Grade 856
Enrollment over time
111’20
113’21
104’22
113’23
100’24
Down 9.9% since 2020.
Who goes here
White 95%Black 4%Hispanic 1%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.