Benton High School is a public high school located in Benton, Louisiana, United States. The school, part of Bossier Parish School Board, serves about 1200 students in grades 9 to 12.
Serving 1,568 students in grades 8-12, Benton High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benton High School's student population of 1,568 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 49% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1890
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Motto
WIN the Day; Every Student, Every Way!
School Rankings
Benton High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
14%
41%
White
75%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Benton Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton High School's ranking?
Benton High School is ranked #103 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Benton High School often compared to?
Benton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Airline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benton High School?
The graduation rate of Benton High School is 94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Benton High School?
1,568 students attend Benton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Benton High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton High School?
Benton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benton High School offer ?
Benton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton High School part of?
Benton High School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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