BENTON-STEARNS ED. DISTRICT

BENTON-STEARNS ED. DISTRICT is a public school that is part of the Benton-Stearns Education District school district, located in SARTELL, MN with about 34 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 20 teachers, BENTON-STEARNS ED. DISTRICT has a student/teacher ratio of about 1:1. 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.

The Benton-Stearns Education District (BSED) is a cooperative educational agency headquartered in Sartell, Minnesota, that serves as a vital resource for a consortium of member school districts in the Benton and Stearns County areas. Rather than functioning as a traditional K-12 school building for the general public, the district operates as a shared-services provider. Its primary mission is to pool resources and expertise to provide high-quality specialized programming, administrative support, and instructional services that individual member districts might otherwise struggle to provide independently.

The district is particularly recognized for its commitment to inclusive education and student support services. This includes managing specialized programs for students with unique learning needs, such as those requiring special education services, alternative learning opportunities, and professional development for staff. By facilitating collaboration between member districts, the Benton-Stearns Education District ensures that students across the region have access to a broader range of educational pathways and interventions, ultimately fostering a more equitable learning environment throughout the central Minnesota region.

For more information, contact BENTON-STEARNS ED. DISTRICT at (320) 257-7348 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.