Central Elementary School

Central Elementary School serves 459 students in grades PK through 5 in Benton, Kentucky, earning recognition as one of Marshall County's stronger academic performers. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranking in the 80th percentile statewide at #256 out of 1,288 Kentucky elementary schools, the school demonstrates solid educational outcomes for its rural community. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1 with 30 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom.

Academically, Central Elementary shows balanced performance with 52% of students achieving proficiency or above in ELA/Reading and 50% reaching proficiency in Math across all grade levels tested. Located at 115 Jim Goheen Drive, the school serves families in a stable community where the median household income reaches $68,840 and median home values average $160,700. The neighborhood maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 11.6%, with 22% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

Central Elementary School provides a solid educational foundation in Benton's rural setting, serving nearly 19,000 residents in the surrounding area who value consistent academic performance and community-centered learning.

Located in a rural area, Central Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.