BENSON SECONDARY

BENSON SECONDARY is a Title I public high school that is part of the BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BENSON, MN with about 349 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 26 teachers, BENSON SECONDARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

BENSON SECONDARY School, located at 1400 Montana Ave in Benson, Minnesota, serves as a vital educational hub for the local community. Operating under the Benson Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment where students can engage in rigorous coursework while developing the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary for their future endeavors.

In addition to its core academic curriculum, BENSON SECONDARY emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education by offering various extracurricular activities and student support services. By leveraging community resources and maintaining a connection to the broader Benson area, the school strives to cultivate a sense of school pride and civic responsibility among its student body. For those seeking more specific information regarding school policies, calendars, or athletic programs, the district’s official website at http://www.benson.k12.mn.us serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.

For more information, contact BENSON SECONDARY at (320) 843-2710 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1400 MONTANA AVE
BENSON, MN 56215-1246
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BENSON SECONDARY is a public Title I school in BENSON, MN with about 349 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
349
Teachers:
26.54
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 349 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BENSON SECONDARY is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.

White
89.4%
Hispanic/Latino
8.0%
Two or more races
1.4%
Black or African American
0.9%
Asian
0.3%

Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.