BENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Benton Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 49/MSAD 49 school district, located in Benton, ME with about 616 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 51 teachers, Benton Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Benton Elementary School, located at 68 School Drive in Benton, Maine, is a public primary school serving the local community as part of Maine School Administrative District 49 (MSAD 49). The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic skills, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a strong sense of community among its students. By focusing on foundational education, the school prepares children for the transition to middle school while encouraging them to be curious, responsible, and engaged learners.

As a community-focused institution, Benton Elementary places a high value on the partnership between educators, families, and the town of Benton. The school typically offers a variety of educational programs designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often integrating technology into the classroom to enhance learning experiences. Through a mix of academic rigor and extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to create a positive school culture where students feel safe, challenged, and motivated to succeed throughout their early academic years.

For more information, contact Benton Elementary School at (207) 453-4240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.