BENTON CENTRAL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL

Benton Central Jr-Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Benton Community School Corp school district, located in Oxford, IN with about 891 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 63 teachers, Benton Central Jr-Sr High School 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 Central Jr-Sr High School, located in Oxford, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Benton Community School Corporation. The school operates as a combined junior and senior high facility, housing students in grades 7 through 12. Situated in a rural setting, the school functions as a central pillar for the surrounding agricultural communities, fostering a close-knit educational environment that emphasizes both academic development and extracurricular engagement.

As a comprehensive institution, Benton Central provides a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves university education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school is known for its "Bison" pride and maintains a robust offering of athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations that help cultivate school spirit and student leadership. By integrating junior high and high school students within one campus, the school aims to create a consistent educational path that encourages mentorship and continuity throughout a student’s adolescent years.

For more information, contact Benton Central Jr-Sr High School at (765) 884-1600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.