PAMiddleProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Benton Area MS — School Profile & District Info

Middle|Benton, Pennsylvania|Benton Area SD

Benton, PA 17814

School Profile

Grades
7–8
Enrollment
113
Student:Teacher
14.1:1
Locale
Rural
Econ. Disadvantaged
97.3%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
45-49%
Math Proficiency
15-19%
Chronic Absenteeism
15.0%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
Better than average in PA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$21,360
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 6%State 44%Local 50%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$238,698
+4.1% YoY
Bloomsburg, PA metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

100
Current enrollment
Stable(-10% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Benton Area MS

Benton Area MS currently enrolls 113 students across Middle grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in PA.

Calendar Guides

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