Very Good
#637 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 29% in state
Benton Elem.
Elementary School · NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT
1120 CARL SWEENEY PRKWY, Neosho, MO 64850
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#637 of 2,221
In Neosho
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Benton Elem.
Elementary School in Neosho · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Benton Elem.
Benton Elem. is a public elementary school in Neosho, MO, part of NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT. Benton Elem. serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Benton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #637 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Benton Elem. show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Benton Elem. — Students at Benton Elem. score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from MO 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: 9.4/10.
How Benton Elem. Compares
See how Benton Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1120 CARL SWEENEY PRKWY, Neosho, MO 64850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCKY COMFORT ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Rocky Comfort), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOODMAN ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Goodman), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Neosho, see our Neosho schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIELD EARLY CHILD./KDGN. CTR. Neosho | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| NEOSHO HIGH Neosho | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Neosho | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| NEOSHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Neosho | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| MIDDLE SCH. Neosho | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| NEOSHO JR. HIGH Neosho | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM. Neosho | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| GRANBY Granby | 6.8 mi | 5.2 |
| EAST NEWTON HIGH Granby | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| GOODMAN ELEM. Goodman | 8.7 mi | 8.2 |
| DIAMOND HIGH Diamond | 9.2 mi | 6.7 |
| DIAMOND MIDDLE Diamond | 9.3 mi | 8.0 |
| DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond | 9.4 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTVIEW ELEM. Neosho | 8.9 mi | 6.2 |
| TRIWAY Stella | 10.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ROCKY COMFORT ELEM. Rocky Comfort | 13.9 mi | 8.7 |
| ANDERSON MIDDLE Anderson | 15.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH Anderson | 15.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ANDERSON ELEM. Anderson | 15.5 mi | 4.5 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 15.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,945
Median Home Value
$161,700
Median Rent
$762/mo
Population
25,355
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEAUFORT ELEM. Beaufort, MO | 7.3 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 7.3 |
| CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Clinton, MO | 7.3 |
| CLYDE HAMRICK ELEM. Imperial, MO | 7.3 |
| COMPASS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.3 |
| FREMONT ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benton Elem.
What grades does Benton Elem. serve?
Benton Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Benton Elem.?
Benton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benton Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Benton Elem. is 14.3:1. 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 #637 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Benton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Benton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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.?
71.2% 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Newton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.6%
- Phone
- (417) 451-8610
Resources & Links
District
NEOSHO SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,000
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,445
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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