For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 429 students in Benton, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Benton, IL is Benton Grade School 5-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, IL public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in Benton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Benton, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Grade School 5-8
(Math: 24% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Forrest St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Gr: 5-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Starquest Academy Rssp North
Alternative School
901 Public Sq
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 983-6628
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 983-6628
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Benton, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Benton, IL include Benton Grade School 5-8.
How many public middle schools are located in Benton?
2 public middle schools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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