Benson Middle School

Benson Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 5-8

1600 N Wall St, Benson, NC

Johnston County Schools

1.7

2.0

483 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Ms Dana Jeringan

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1

Math Proficiency
33%

Reading Proficiency
41%

C+

Academics

B-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

41%

Math Proficiency

33%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

15:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

10.2%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

275:1

Student Diversity

Male

50.1%

Female

49.9%

Hispanic

38.7%

White

37.8%

Black

17%

Two or more races

5.9%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

3.0 Middle School Student

3/20/2019

At Benson Middle there isnt much special although there are many students here you dont really get that many choises for electives. Neither are there many launguage classes other than spanish, which is nice but before i came here I was learning French and couldn't countinue. , . .

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1.0 student

12/6/2025

I'm a current 7th grade student here at Benson Middle School. We have had the opportunity to attend other schools in the area and clearly this school needs help! For most of my classes the lessons are behind from what I have learned at other schools in 6th grade, here we are given 2hrs to complete a...

2.0 parent

11/19/2025

Benson Middle School is located in a rural, lower income and undeserved area of Johnston County. To describe this is school in a few words it would be, Low-achieving - Limited resources and insufficient supplies - Uninspiring teaching quality and Ineffective leadership - Low academic and behavioral...

1.0 parent

11/11/2023

In our first few weeks of school there was a huge confusion with what teachers were assigned to what classroom. That was figured out then we were notified that we can request teacher credentials to only find out most are barely qualified or still working on earning their degree? So that means studen...

1.0 parent

10/12/2023

Let me start by saying we have removed our children from Benson Middle School due to the lack of progress they are actually making. Do your own research but staff are under qualified or have degrees in subjects unrelated to the course being taught, substitutes or just graduated high school. Coming f...

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192

Average Home Value

$317,266

Median Lot Size

30,056 Sq Ft

Average House Size

1,815 Sq Ft

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3 - 6 Beds
2.5 - 3.5 Baths
2,408 Sq Ft

3251 Benson Hardee Rd
Unit 40025537

The Jordan floor plan features 2,408 square feet of thoughtfully designed space with 3 to 6 bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 bathrooms. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main floor, offering comfort and accessibility. A stunning two-story family room brings in natural light and adds a grand fe...

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2.5 Baths
2,470 Sq Ft

95 Benson Village Dr
Unit 36893191

Introducing The Lenox, an all-time favorite floorplan that has captured the hearts of many. The Lenox boasts a size range of 2,429 to 2,541 square feet, offering the flexibility of 3 to 4 Bedrooms and 2.5 Bathrooms. This well-loved design is a testament to spacious and open living areas at a price t...

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5 - 6 Beds
3 - 4 Baths
3,047 Sq Ft

0 Tarheel Rd
Unit 36475553

The Davidson is a two-story, five-bedroom, three-bath home with a side load garage, formal living room, formal dining room, spacious family room, kitchen with island and pantry, separate breakfast area, and first-floor guest suite with a full bath. The second floor features four bedrooms, including ...

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2 - 3 Baths
1,679+ Sq Ft

100 White Azalea Way
Unit 36446560

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3,220 Sq Ft

3251 Benson Hardee Rd
Unit 40025535

The Redbud floor plan is a spacious two-story home offering 3,220 square feet of living space, perfectly designed for modern families. This layout includes four bedrooms and two and a half baths, providing ample room for everyone. The first floor features a versatile study, ideal for a home office o...

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2 - 3 Baths
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6210 Benson Hardee Rd
Unit 36458337

The Avery is a ranch-style plan with a front-load garage, three bedrooms, two full baths, a spacious family room, a kitchen with an island and pantry, a covered patio, an oversized laundry room, and a first-floor primary suite.Options available to personalize this home include a covered porch, scree...

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2 - 3 Baths
1,829 Sq Ft

0 Tarheel Rd
Unit 36469765

The Avery is a ranch-style plan with a side-load garage, three bedrooms, two full baths, a spacious family room, a kitchen with an island and pantry, a covered patio, an oversized laundry room, and a first-floor primary suite. Options available to personalize this home include a covered porch, scree...

$386,900

3 - 4 Beds
2 - 4 Baths
2,764 Sq Ft

95 Benson Village Dr
Unit 36893203

Introducing The Kipling floorplan, a versatile layout ranging in size from 2,764 to 2,835 square feet, featuring 3 to 4 bedrooms and 2.5 to 3 bathrooms, designed to accommodate various family needs. This floorplan offers ample space for both smaller and larger families. As you enter The Kipling, you...

$459,900

3 - 4 Beds
2.5 - 3.5 Baths
2,583 Sq Ft

0 Tarheel Rd
Unit 36453001

The Asheboro is a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home with a side load garage, first-floor primary suite, formal dining room, spacious family room, and kitchen with island and walk-in pantry, plus a Jack and Jill bath between bedrooms two and three. Options to personalize this home include an of...

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3 - 4 Baths
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North Carolina Johnston County Benson 27504

Benson Middle School is a public school for students in grades 5-8 in Benson, NC, in the Benson neighborhood, and is served by the Johnston County Schools in North Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 483 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 33% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 41% are proficient in reading. Benson Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $317,266. Discover additional schools in the area, like South Johnston High School, Foundations Christian Academy, Chinquapin Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Benson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Benson Middle School.

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