Skip to main content
6.6 avg / 10

Benton County School District

School District · Camden, Tennessee

Students: 2,130
Teachers (FTE): 179
Estimated Scores: 17%

Avg Rating

6.6

out of 10

Schools

6

2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,411

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.9:1

How this district compares

Tennessee rank

#51 of 134

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+0.4

above Tennessee avg

Per-pupil spending

$11,411

+$0 vs Tennessee median

District size

2,130 students

Smaller than Tennessee median

About Benton County

Benton County is a Camden, Tennessee school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,130 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. The district invests $11,411 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.6/10, Benton County demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Holladay Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.

In standardized testing, Benton County students show an average math proficiency of 31.6% and ELA proficiency of 32.2%.

The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.

District Map

Schools in Benton County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 31.6%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.2%
School
State
N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in Benton County with test data.

District Details

State
Tennessee
City
Camden
Total Enrollment
2,130
Teachers (FTE)
179
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Benton County?

Benton County has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Benton County?

The average composite rating for Benton County is 6.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Benton County?

Benton County spends $11,411 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Benton County?

The average student-teacher ratio in Benton County is 11.9:1.

What is the top-rated school in Benton County?

Holladay Elementary is the highest-rated school in Benton County with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What are the test scores in Benton County?

Across schools in Benton County with test data, the average math proficiency is 31.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 32.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Benton County compare to other districts in Tennessee?

Benton County has an average school rating of 6.6/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Tennessee by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
6.6/10
Math Proficiency
31.6%
ELA Proficiency
32.2%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Other School Districts in TN

Compare Benton County with neighboring districts in the state.

See all districts in TN →

Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.