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Benton Area Middle School

Benton Area SD · Columbia County · 400 Park St, Benton, PA 17814.0

(570)925-2651

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8/10
#128
Rank 128 out of 520
Top 24%
English Language Arts9/10 · #101 · 81st percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #159 · 70th percentile
Science7/10 · #164 · 65th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the rolling hills of Columbia County, Benton Area Middle School serves a tight-knit rural community where families tend to know each other well and school life sits at the center of town identity. The school punches above its weight academically, particularly in English, landing in the top quarter of Pennsylvania middle schools — a solid showing for a small district. Families drawn to a quieter, small-town Pennsylvania lifestyle where kids aren't just a number will find Benton a comfortable fit.

Student Demographics

94 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
89 (95%)
African American
4 (4%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged39 (41%)
Students with Disabilities12 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

100
Enrollment
9.8
Teachers (FTE)
10.2:1
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 · #431 · 17th percentile

6 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.