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Benner Elementary School

Bellefonte Area SD · Centre County · 490 Buffalo Run Rd, Bellefonte, PA 16823.0

(814)355-2812

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9/10
#188
Rank 188 out of 1,545
Top 12%
English Language Arts9/10 · #293 · 81st percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #180 · 88th percentile
Science10/10 · #30 · 98th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Benner Elementary sits just outside the charming borough of Bellefonte, a small Centre County town known for its Victorian architecture and tight-knit community feel — the kind of place where people genuinely know their neighbors. The school stands out for remarkably strong science scores that rank among the best in Pennsylvania, making it a great fit for families who want their kids challenged and engaged in STEM from an early age. With solid English and math performance to round things out, Benner is a quietly impressive choice in a region that benefits from the intellectual energy of nearby Penn State without the big-city hustle.

Student Demographics

112 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
104 (93%)
Multiple Races
4 (4%)
Hispanic
3 (3%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged22 (20%)
Students with Disabilities16 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

252
Enrollment
20.3
Teachers (FTE)
12.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #1300 · 18th percentile

14 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found