Serving 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Bentley Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bentley Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bentley Primary School's student population of 200 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
School Colors Representation Unavailable
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bentley Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bentley Primary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
78%
60%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bentley Primary School's ranking?
Bentley Primary School is ranked #297 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Bentley Primary School?
200 students attend Bentley Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bentley Primary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bentley Primary School?
Bentley Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bentley Primary School offer ?
Bentley Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bentley Primary School part of?
Bentley Primary School is part of Halstead School District.
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