Benton Elementary School vs South Marshall Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Elementary School
Benton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
528 students
South Marshall Middle
Benton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
432 students
| Measure | Benton Elementary School Benton, Kentucky | South Marshall Middle Benton, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #340 of 707 | #153 of 217 |
| National rank | #22820 of 50,301 | #7928 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 528 | 432 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 432 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.3% | 60.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 37% |
| city | Benton | Benton |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.3 vs 48.7).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 58%).
- •South Marshall Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.9% vs 62.3%).
- •Benton Elementary School is the larger school with 528 students compared with 432.
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 Elementary School better than South Marshall Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Benton Elementary School ranks higher (53.3 vs 48.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Benton Elementary School and South Marshall Middle?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Benton and Benton in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Elementary School: 528. South Marshall Middle: 432. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Elementary School and South Marshall Middle rank in Kentucky?
Benton Elementary School is 340th of 707 and South Marshall Middle is 153rd of 217 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).