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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Benton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 598 students in Benton, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Benton, KS are Circle Benton Elementary School and Circle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Benton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Benton, KS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Circle Benton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
350 S Kansas St
Benton, KS 67017
(316) 778-1151
Gr: PK-6 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Circle Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
14697 Sw 20th Street
Benton, KS 67017
(316) 778-1470
Gr: 7-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Benton, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Benton, KS include Circle Benton Elementary School and Circle Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Benton?
2 public schools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

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