Best Schools in Benton, Mississippi
1 schools · 1 Other
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Benton Academy
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$150,600
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$150,600
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Benton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benton Academy | 4.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $56,381
- Median home value
- $150,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Benton compares
Median household income
$56k
108% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Benton, Mississippi
Benton, Mississippi is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
The highest-performing school in Benton is Benton Academy with a composite score of 4.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Benton's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,381. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benton Academy
Private
235 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Benton
Benton, Mississippi · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,381
Median Home Value
$150,600
Median Rent
$993/mo
Population
2,218
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Community Profile
Benton has a median household income of $56,381. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,600, with a median rent of $993/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Mississippi
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Benton, Mississippi
How many schools are in Benton, Mississippi?
Benton has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Benton, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Benton on MySchoolScout is Benton Academy with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the education level in Benton, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Benton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Benton, Mississippi?
The median household income in Benton is approximately $56,381 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Benton, Mississippi?
Yes, Benton has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Benton Academy with a score of 4.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Benton, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Benton is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Benton, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.