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Benton High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
5655 S 4th St,
Saint Joseph, MO
St. Joseph School District
School Details
Head of School
Dr. S Berry Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
38%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
77%
Niche Grade
C-
B
C+
C+
B-
B-
A-
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.42
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Reading Proficiency
38%
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Math Proficiency
17%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
51
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Full Time Teachers
51
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Teachers in First or Second Year
3.4%
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College Prep
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Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
21
Reading
22
Science
22
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Number of AP Courses
4
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AP Pass Rate
44.4%
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AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
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AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
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Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
High
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Boys Athletic Participation
High
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
235:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.1%
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Female
46.9%
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White
72%
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Hispanic
14.1%
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Two or more races
9.4%
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Black
2.6%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.3%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Missouri Western State University
130 Students
Northwest Missouri State University
106 Students
Missouri State University
64 Students
University of Central Missouri
40 Students
University of Missouri
38 Students
University of Missouri - Kansas City
38 Students
Truman State University
33 Students
The University of Kansas
30 Students
Kansas State University
26 Students
Maryville University of St. Louis
22 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
28 Students
Business
27 Students
Psychology
18 Students
Physical Therapy
16 Students
Biology
15 Students
Computer Science
11 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
10 Students
Radiologic Technician
10 Students
Finance
9 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry
8 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/12/2020
Benton was a pretty good school in my opinion, I graduated in 2018 and miss it everyday. I hated school all throughout high school but never realized how much I truly enjoyed school until I graduated.
11/18/2019
Fun times at Benton. I enjoy all the plays that are performed and everyone is super helpful and nice. Its easy to get around and not that big of a school. Its a very close community.
11/2/2019
Benton was a really good place to attend school. The teachers are very involved in student learning and make sure they do what they can to help a student succeed. Benton is also kept very clean, and the security leaves students feeling protected and safe.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/23/2025
Amazing all around. Great staff, great academics and best sports teams in st joseph
1/21/2021
Benton High School have alot of drama and alot of bullying
1/13/2015
The Special Education Program is like a bother to the teachers. They will push these students to "be normal". They don't seem to care about parents, their advice, or communication.
6/4/2011
I have had 3 children graduate from Benton and another about to enter. I would not send my child to any other high school in town. The staff has always been there when I need questions answered. They have the students take responsibility for their actions and academics. If you like to be involved in...
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$50K - $436K
Homes For Sale
42
Average Home Value
$175,879
Median Lot Size
7,405 Sq Ft
% Renters
33%
Average Household Income
$66,858
% of College Grads
16.8%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
1,651 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
39.6%
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Benton High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Saint Joseph, MO and is served by the St. Joseph School District in Missouri. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 682 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 38% are proficient in reading. Benton High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 77%, and the average ACT score is 21. The average home value in this area is $175,879. Discover additional schools in the area, like South Park Christian Academy, St. Joseph Christian School, HOSANNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, and more. Learn more about what Saint Joseph has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Benton High School.