Average
#972 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 44% in state
Benton Elem.
Elementary School · MARSHALL
467 S ELLSWORTH, Marshall, MO 65340
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
3rd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#972 of 2,221
In Marshall
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
MARSHALL
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Benton Elem.
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About Benton Elem.
Benton Elem. is a public elementary school in Marshall, MO, part of MARSHALL. Benton Elem. serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Benton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #972 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Benton Elem. show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Benton Elem. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Benton Elem. — Students at Benton Elem. score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.2/10.
How Benton Elem. Compares
See how Benton Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
467 S ELLSWORTH, Marshall, MO 65340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHWEST ELEM. (rated 9.6/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Houstonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRUNSWICK ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARDEMAN ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 10.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marshall, see our Marshall schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marshall | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BUEKER MIDDLE Marshall | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| MARSHALL SR. HIGH Marshall | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| EASTWOOD ELEM. Marshall | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW SCHOOL Marshall | 1.3 mi | — |
| SPAINHOWER PRIMARY SCHOOL Marshall | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| OREARVILLE ELEM. Slater | 8.0 mi | 3.6 |
| SLATER HIGH Slater | 10.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ALEXANDER ELEM. Slater | 10.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MIAMI ELEM. Miami | 12.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Malta Bend Elementary School Malta Bend | 10.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Malta Bend High School Malta Bend | 10.1 mi | 5.3 |
| HARDEMAN ELEM. Marshall | 10.4 mi | 8.1 |
| GILLIAM ELEM. Gilliam | 13.4 mi | 4.7 |
| BLACKWATER ELEM. Blackwater | 14.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. Sweet Springs | 15.2 mi | 8.1 |
| SWEET SPRINGS HIGH Sweet Springs | 15.2 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTHWEST ELEM. Houstonia | 17.5 mi | 9.6 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville | 19.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BRUNSWICK ELEM. Brunswick | 21.7 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,534
Median Home Value
$151,700
Median Rent
$765/mo
Population
15,977
College Educated
30.2%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
14.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek, MO | 6.7 |
| AVENUE CITY ELEM. Cosby, MO | 6.7 |
| CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview, MO | 6.7 |
| HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell, MO | 6.7 |
| PLATTIN PRIMARY Festus, MO | 6.7 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benton Elem.
What grades does Benton Elem. serve?
Benton Elem. serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.
How many students attend Benton Elem.?
Benton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benton Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Benton Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benton Elem. rank in MO?
Benton Elem. ranks #972 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Benton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Benton Elem. 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 Benton Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benton Elem. has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Benton Elem. a charter school?
No, Benton Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benton Elem. a Title I school?
No, Benton Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benton Elem.?
61.9% of students at Benton Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Saline County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (660) 886-3993
Resources & Links
District
MARSHALL- District Enrollment
- 2,401
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,711
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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