Benton Stearns Education District 1 serves 16 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Stearns Education District 1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Benton Stearns Education District 1's student population of 16 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Benton Stearns Education District 1 is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Benton Stearns Education District 1?
16 students attend Benton Stearns Education District 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benton Stearns Education District 1 students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Stearns Education District 1?
Benton Stearns Education District 1 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benton Stearns Education District 1 offer ?
Benton Stearns Education District 1 offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Stearns Education District 1 part of?
Benton Stearns Education District 1 is part of Benton-Stearns Education School District.
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