Benton Junior High School vs Central Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two other schools in Arkansas, United States, 231 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Junior High School
Benton · Public other · Grades 8–9
971 students
Central Junior High School
Springdale · Public other · Grades 8–9
852 students
| Measure | Benton Junior High School Benton, Arkansas | Central Junior High School Springdale, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | – Not rated |
| State rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Other |
| Year range | Grades 8–9 | Grades 8–9 |
| Students | 971 | 852 |
| Enrollment | 971 | 852 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.6% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 54% |
| city | Benton | Springdale |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton Junior High School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •Central Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 54%).
- •Benton Junior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.6% vs 46.2%).
- •Central Junior High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.0).
- •Benton Junior High School is the larger school with 971 students compared with 852.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benton Junior High School better than Central Junior High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benton Junior High School and Central Junior High School?
About 231 km in a straight line, between Benton and Springdale in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Junior High School: 971. Central Junior High School: 852. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Junior High School and Central Junior High School rank in Arkansas?
Benton Junior High School is unranked and Central Junior High School is unranked among other schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).