Kiona–Benton High School is a public high school located in Benton City, Washington serving 497 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 435 students in grades 9-12, Kiona-benton City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kiona-benton City High School's student population of 435 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Kiona-benton City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kiona-benton City High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1723 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
53%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiona-benton City High School's ranking?
Kiona-benton City High School is ranked #1723 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kiona-benton City High School often compared to?
Kiona-benton City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kiona-benton City High School?
The graduation rate of Kiona-benton City High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kiona-benton City High School?
435 students attend Kiona-benton City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kiona-benton City High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiona-benton City High School?
Kiona-benton City High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kiona-benton City High School offer ?
Kiona-benton City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiona-benton City High School part of?
Kiona-benton City High School is part of Kiona-Benton City School District.
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