SOUTH MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL

South Marshall Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Marshall County school district, located in Benton, KY with about 552 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 29 teachers, South Marshall Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

South Marshall Middle School, located in Benton, Kentucky, serves as a key educational institution within the Marshall County School District. Situated along US Highway 641, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development for students in the middle school grades. As part of a close-knit community, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to help adolescents transition successfully from elementary school to the more rigorous demands of high school.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, South Marshall Middle School is known for offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and programs that encourage student engagement. By focusing on both intellectual achievement and character development, the school strives to prepare its students to become responsible, productive members of the Marshall County community. With its focus on local roots and educational standards, the school plays a vital role in the academic pipeline for families in the Benton area.

For more information, contact South Marshall Middle at (270) 527-3828 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.