Best Schools in Bentonia, Mississippi
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Bentonia Gibbs School
Elementary · Yazoo Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$200,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$200,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bentonia
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 | Bentonia Gibbs School | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $62,309
- Median home value
- $200,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bentonia compares
Median household income
$62k
119% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Bentonia, Mississippi
Bentonia, Mississippi is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Bentonia show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bentonia is Bentonia Gibbs School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bentonia is served by 1 school district: YAZOO CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 1,229 students.
Bentonia's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,309. The poverty rate in the area is 9.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 375 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
Schools in Bentonia
Bentonia, Mississippi · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,309
Median Home Value
$200,400
Median Rent
$935/mo
Population
3,643
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Community Profile
Bentonia has a median household income of $62,309. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,400, with a median rent of $935/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Bentonia, Mississippi
How many schools are in Bentonia, Mississippi?
Bentonia has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bentonia, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bentonia is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bentonia, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Bentonia on MySchoolScout is Bentonia Gibbs School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bentonia, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bentonia on MySchoolScout is Bentonia Gibbs School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Bentonia, Mississippi?
Bentonia is served by 1 school district: Yazoo Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Bentonia, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Bentonia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bentonia, Mississippi?
The median household income in Bentonia is approximately $62,309 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bentonia, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bentonia is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bentonia, 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.