Bennington South Middle School serves 588 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennington South Middle School's student population of 588 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bennington South Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
4%
7%
White
85%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Bennington South Middle School?
588 students attend Bennington South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bennington South Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bennington South Middle School?
Bennington South Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bennington South Middle School offer ?
Bennington South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bennington South Middle School part of?
Bennington South Middle School is part of Bennington School District.
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