Serving 1,385 students in grades 8-12, Benton High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benton High School's student population of 1,385 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benton High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 1237 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
12%
42%
White
77%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton High School's ranking?
Benton High School is ranked #104 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Benton High School often compared to?
Benton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Airline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benton High School?
The graduation rate of Benton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Benton High School?
1,385 students attend Benton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Benton High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton High School?
Benton High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benton High School offer ?
Benton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Benton High School part of?
Benton High School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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