BENTON SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located in Benton, Arkansas, within the greater Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metropolitan area, the Benton School District serves as a cornerstone of primary and secondary education for its surrounding large suburban community. Headquartered at its central administrative office in Benton, this fully operational, traditional public school system manages eight distinct school campuses. The district offers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade, establishing a consistent academic pathway for local families and students throughout their developmental years.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district supports a student body of 5,806 pupils, reflecting a balanced demographic mix that enriches the overall school culture. To maintain high instructional standards and operational quality across its facilities, the Benton School District relies on a substantial professional team of more than 1,440 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated workforce includes approximately 780 classroom teachers, 66 instructional aides, and nearly 600 essential support staff personnel, ensuring a low student-to-teacher ratio and well-rounded educational services for central Arkansas families and academic researchers alike.
8
Total Schools
5,806
Total Students
779.9
Full-Time Teachers
7.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BENTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White4,127
Hispanic628
Black648
Asian52
Two or More341
American Indian8
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    4,127 (71.1%)
  • Black
    648 (11.2%)
  • Hispanic
    628 (10.8%)
  • Two or More
    341 (5.9%)
  • Asian
    52 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in BENTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle1
High1
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:5,806*
Teachers (FTE):779.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.4
Schools in BENTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 8 Schools