Benson Unified School District (79226)

District Overview
Located in southern Arizona at 360 South Patagonia Street in Benson, the Benson Unified School District serves as a vibrant educational hub for its surrounding community. Operating as an active, traditional public school system within a distant town setting in the Sierra Vista-Douglas metropolitan region, the district oversees five operational schools. It delivers a complete continuum of learning, offering comprehensive instruction ranging from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, alongside specialized ungraded learning opportunities.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a total enrollment of approximately 1,287 students, cultivating an inclusive environment across all grade levels. To foster academic growth and personal development, Benson Unified is backed by a robust staff totaling nearly 398 full-time equivalent positions. This workforce includes over 141 dedicated classroom teachers and 61 instructional aides—yielding an advantageous student-to-teacher ratio that encourages individualized instruction—complemented by nearly 196 support staff members who ensure safe, efficient campus operations. Together, these resources create a nurturing and structured environment well-positioned to support students throughout their educational journeys.
5
Total Schools
1,287
Total Students
141.3
Full-Time Teachers
9.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Benson Unified School District (79226)
Demographic Student Count
White791
Hispanic395
Black13
Asian8
Two or More54
American Indian10
Pacific Islander16
  • White
    791 (61.5%)
  • Hispanic
    395 (30.7%)
  • Two or More
    54 (4.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    16 (1.2%)
  • Black
    13 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    10 (0.8%)
  • Asian
    8 (0.6%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Benson Unified School District (79226)
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High2
Other1
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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:5
Students:1,287*
Teachers (FTE):141.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:9.1
Schools in Benson Unified School District (79226)
Found 5 Schools