Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Benson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benson Elementary School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Benson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1177 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
35%
21%
Black
18%
25%
White
38%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Elementary School's ranking?
Benson Elementary School is ranked #1177 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Benson Elementary School often compared to?
Benson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooper Academy, Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Benson Elementary School?
603 students attend Benson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Benson Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benson Elementary School?
Benson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benson Elementary School offer ?
Benson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson Elementary School part of?
Benson Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
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