BENTON HIGH SCHOOL
BENTON HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the ST. JOSEPH school district, located in ST JOSEPH, MO with about 745 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 57 teachers, BENTON HIGH 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.
BENTON HIGH School, located in St. Joseph, Missouri, serves as a cornerstone of the St. Joseph School District. As a traditional public secondary institution, it provides a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular programs, including athletics, arts, and student-led organizations. The school is known for its deep-rooted history in the community and its commitment to preparing students for post-secondary education and career readiness through a mix of core classes and elective opportunities.
Beyond the classroom, BENTON HIGH School plays an active role in the local St. Joseph culture, often serving as a hub for community engagement and school spirit. The facility on South Fourth Street reflects the district’s efforts to support diverse student needs, offering resources designed to foster both personal development and academic success. With a focus on cultivating a supportive environment, the school remains dedicated to upholding the values and educational standards expected within the Missouri public school system.
For more information, contact BENTON HIGH at (816) 671-4030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
ST JOSEPH, MO 64504-1708
(816) 671-4030
BENTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ST JOSEPH, MO with about 745 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Missouri
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- ST. JOSEPH
- Total Students:
- 745
- Teachers:
- 57.16
- 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 schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 745 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BENTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 80.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.9%
- Black or African American
- 7.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- Female
- 44.2%
- Male
- 55.8%
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.