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Benton Middle
Middle School · Benton School District
PO Box 7, Benton, WI 53803
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Benton Middle
Benton Middle is a public middle school in Benton, WI, part of Benton School District. Benton Middle serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Benton Middle show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Benton Middle 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.
Benton Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 7, Benton, WI 53803
- Website
- benton.k12.wi.us
- Phone
- (608) 759-4002
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 16 test records from WI 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 7, Benton, WI 53803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benton Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cuba City Middle (rated 9.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Cuba City). Another option is Scales Mound Jr High School (rated 8.6/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Scales Mound). Additionally, Southwestern Wisconsin Community Middle (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Hazel Green). For more schools in Benton, see our Benton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benton Elementary Benton | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Benton High Benton | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Cuba City | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary Hazel Green | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Cuba City High Cuba City | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Cuba City Middle Cuba City | 3.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Cuba City Elementary Cuba City | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Southwestern Wisconsin High Hazel Green | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Southwestern Wisconsin Community Middle Hazel Green | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Galena High School Galena | 10.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Galena Elementary and Middle Sch Galena | 10.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Shullsburg Elementary Shullsburg | 7.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Shullsburg High Shullsburg | 7.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Shullsburg Junior High Shullsburg | 7.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Scales Mound High School Scales Mound | 9.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Scales Mound Elem School Scales Mound | 9.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Scales Mound Jr High School Scales Mound | 9.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Belmont Elementary Belmont | 12.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Belmont High Belmont | 12.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Neal Wilkins Early Learning Center Platteville | 12.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,813
Median Home Value
$152,200
Median Rent
$1,025/mo
Population
1,230
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benton Middle
What grades does Benton Middle serve?
Benton Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Benton Middle?
Benton Middle has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benton Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Benton Middle is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Benton Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benton Middle has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).
Is Benton Middle a charter school?
No, Benton Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benton Middle a Title I school?
No, Benton Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benton Middle?
40.7% of students at Benton Middle 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lafayette County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (608) 759-4002
Resources & Links
District
Benton School District- District Enrollment
- 218
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,629
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