Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Circle Benton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circle Benton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Circle Benton Elementary School's student population of 286 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Circle Benton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Circle Benton Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#139 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circle Benton Elementary School's ranking?
Circle Benton Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Circle Benton Elementary School often compared to?
Circle Benton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Circle Towanda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Circle Benton Elementary School?
286 students attend Circle Benton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Circle Benton Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Circle Benton Elementary School?
Circle Benton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Circle Benton Elementary School offer ?
Circle Benton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Circle Benton Elementary School part of?
Circle Benton Elementary School is part of Circle School District.
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