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#1215 of 2,221 schools in MO
Based on limited data
Benton Elem.
Elementary School · NEVADA R-V
500 E VERNON ST, Nevada, MO 64772
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
2nd – 2nd
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.2
Grades
2nd – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,215 of 2,221
In Nevada
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
NEVADA R-V
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Benton Elem.
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About Benton Elem.
Benton Elem. is a public elementary school in Nevada, MO, part of NEVADA R-V. Benton Elem. serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades 2nd-2nd, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Benton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,215 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 173 students, Benton Elem. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Benton Elem. Compares
See how Benton Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 E VERNON ST, Nevada, MO 64772
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RICH HILL ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Rich Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL DORADO SPRINGS ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby El Dorado Springs), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LIBERAL ELEM. (rated 6.7/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Liberal), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nevada, see our Nevada schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRYAN ELEM. Nevada | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| NEVADA HIGH Nevada | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| TRUMAN ELEM. Nevada | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| NEVADA MIDDLE Nevada | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| CEDAR RIDGE SCHOOL Nevada | 1.2 mi | — |
| NORTHEAST VERNON CO. R-I HIGH Walker | 7.6 mi | 5.7 |
| BRONAUGH ELEM. Bronaugh | 12.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BRONAUGH HIGH Bronaugh | 12.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SHELDON ELEM. Sheldon | 13.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SHELDON HIGH Sheldon | 13.1 mi | 7.4 |
| RICH HILL ELEM. Rich Hill | 17.8 mi | 8.2 |
| RICH HILL HIGH Rich Hill | 17.8 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTHEAST VERNON CO. R-I ELEM. Schell City | 17.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LIBERAL HIGH Liberal | 21.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LIBERAL MIDDLE Liberal | 21.6 mi | 7.9 |
| LIBERAL ELEM. Liberal | 21.7 mi | 6.7 |
| EL DORADO SPRINGS ELEM. El Dorado Springs | 18.2 mi | 7.0 |
| EL DORADO SPRINGS MIDDLE El Dorado Springs | 18.2 mi | 5.1 |
| EL DORADO SPRINGS HIGH El Dorado Springs | 18.2 mi | 5.9 |
| EL DORADO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Dorado Springs | 18.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64772 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,194
Median Home Value
$137,800
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
12,930
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE Florissant, MO | 6.2 |
| CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
| RAYMONDVILLE ELEM. Raymondville, MO | 6.2 |
| ROBERTSVILLE ELEM. Robertsville, MO | 6.2 |
| ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
| ST STEPHEN PROTOMARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benton Elem.
What grades does Benton Elem. serve?
Benton Elem. serves students in grades 2nd through 2nd.
How many students attend Benton Elem.?
Benton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benton Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Benton Elem. is 13.3:1. 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 #1,215 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Benton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Benton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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.?
51.4% 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
- 2nd – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 173
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Vernon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (417) 448-2070
Resources & Links
District
NEVADA R-V- District Enrollment
- 2,350
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,960
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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