Kiona-benton City Elementary School serves 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kiona-benton City Elementary School's student population of 653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kiona-benton City Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
56%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
39%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Kiona-benton City Elementary School?
653 students attend Kiona-benton City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Kiona-benton City Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kiona-benton City Elementary School?
Kiona-benton City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kiona-benton City Elementary School offer ?
Kiona-benton City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kiona-benton City Elementary School part of?
Kiona-benton City Elementary School is part of Kiona-Benton City School District.
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