Benson Secondary School

Benson Secondary School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
1400 Montana Ave,  Benson, MN
Benson Public School District
3.0
356 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mike Knutson
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
35%
Reading Proficiency
38%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
38%
Math Proficiency
35%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
24
Reading
27
Science
25
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
40.5%
State Average
31.9%
Science
61.2%
State Average
34%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
392:1

Student Diversity

Male
55.2%
Female
44.8%
White
85.3%
Hispanic
9.6%
Two or more races
2.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.4%
Black
1.4%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
North Dakota State University 12 Students
South Dakota State University 11 Students
Minnesota State University Moorhead 9 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 8 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 6 Students
University of North Dakota 6 Students
Concordia College 6 Students
Minnesota State University, Mankato 5 Students
Drake University 5 Students
Gustavus Adolphus College 5 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 6 Students
Biology 6 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 6 Students
Accounting 6 Students
Business 4 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 4 Students
Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 4 Students
Elementary Education 3 Students
Environmental Science 3 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 9 Reviews
1.0 Alum
4/12/2017
It is a very bad school. Money is faced more so on sports than actual academics and the sports here especially the coaches suck. The attendance is dropping substantially and yet they complain they can't get enough money to make the school bigger. And they only have a few good teachers yet I was prepared for very few of my college classes.
3.0 NicheUser
10/14/2015
Its a good school with great teachers that are always there to help if you need it. If you have a question the will try and anser to the best of their ability. The environment of the school is warm and welcoming. This school is also accepting of various cultures.
3.0 NicheUser
2/11/2015
Typically, there are two 'hot' lunch options, a salad bar, a sandwich option, and a soup. There is a wide variety of foods, but unhealthy options, like chicken nuggets or hotdogs are still occasionally served.

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Benson Secondary School is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Benson, MN, in the Benson neighborhood, and is served by the Benson Public School District in Minnesota. The school has a total enrollment of 356 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 35% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 38% are proficient in reading. Benson Secondary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average ACT score is 25. The average home value in this area is $183,084. Discover additional schools in the area, like Benson Area Learning Center, Heartland Girls' Ranch, Benson Esy School, and more. Learn more about what Benson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Benson Secondary School.

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