Average
#834 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 42% in state
Benson Middle School
Middle School · Benson Unified School District (79226)
360 S PATAGONIA ST, Benson, AZ 85602
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#834 of 2,006
In Benson
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Benson Unified School District (79226)
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Benson Middle School
Benson Middle School is a public middle school in Benson, AZ, part of Benson Unified School District (79226). Benson Middle School serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Benson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #834 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Benson Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Benson Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Benson Middle School — Students at Benson Middle School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Benson Middle School Compares
See how Benson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
360 S PATAGONIA ST, Benson, AZ 85602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. St David High School (rated 9.2/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Saint David), which scores notably higher. Another option is Benson High School (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pomerene Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Pomerene), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Benson, see our Benson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benson Primary School Benson | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Benson High School Benson | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Benson Digital Learning Center Benson | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Benson Digital Learning Center Online Benson | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Pomerene Elementary School Pomerene | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| St David Elementary School Saint David | 6.1 mi | 5.5 |
| St David High School Saint David | 6.1 mi | 9.2 |
| SAN PEDRO VALLEY ACADEMY Huachuca City | 14.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Tombstone High School Tombstone | 21.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Huachuca City School Tombstone | 23.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Walter J Meyer School Tombstone | 22.1 mi | 5.3 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN VAIL EC AND EDU CREATION SCHOOL Vail | 23.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Buena High School Sierra Vista | 27.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SVUSD AOI Sierra Vista | 27.4 mi | — |
| Berean Academy Sierra Vista | 27.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Bella Vista Elementary School Sierra Vista | 27.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Carmichael Elementary School Sierra Vista | 27.7 mi | 3.5 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Sierra Vista | 27.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CTD - Cochise College Willcox | 27.8 mi | — |
| Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 Sierra Vista | 28.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,725
Median Home Value
$195,500
Median Rent
$760/mo
Population
9,860
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
55.5
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| Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix, AZ | 6.7 |
| Willcox Middle School Willcox, AZ | 6.8 |
| Sunrise Middle School Scottsdale, AZ | 6.6 |
| Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Fort Defiance, AZ | 6.6 |
| Kingman Academy of Learning - Middle School Kingman, AZ | 6.4 |
| Chinle Junior High School Chinle, AZ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benson Middle School
What grades does Benson Middle School serve?
Benson Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Benson Middle School?
Benson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benson Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benson Middle School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benson Middle School rank in AZ?
Benson Middle School ranks #834 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Benson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Benson Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benson Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Benson Middle School a charter school?
No, Benson Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benson Middle School a Title I school?
No, Benson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cochise County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.2%
- Phone
- (520) 720-6801
Resources & Links
District
Benson Unified School District (79226)- District Enrollment
- 1,300
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,829
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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