BENTON ELEM.

BENTON ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEVADA R-V school district, located in NEVADA, MO with about 177 students. 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 12 teachers, BENTON ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 is a public primary school located in Nevada, Missouri, serving as part of the Nevada R-V School District. Situated on East Vernon Street, the school focuses on providing foundational education to young students within the local community. It operates under the broader mission of the district, which emphasizes academic growth, character development, and preparing students for their future educational transitions.

As a community-centered institution, Benton Elementary utilizes the district’s resources to foster a supportive learning environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards, balancing core academic subjects like literacy and mathematics with personal development. Parents and community members can stay informed about school events, district policies, and administrative updates through the official Nevada R-V School District website at [www.nevada.k12.mo.us](http://www.nevada.k12.mo.us).

For more information, contact BENTON ELEM. at (417) 448-2070 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.