Benton School District

Located at 41 Alma Street in Benton, Wisconsin, the Benton School District is a fully operational, traditional public school system serving families across a rural distant community setting. Operating independently of charter status or supervisory unions, the district manages three operational schools that collectively deliver a seamless educational journey from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. For parents, students, and researchers navigating the 2024–2025 academic landscape, the district offers a close-knit, accessible learning environment rooted in southwestern Wisconsin. Further information regarding district operations and community programming can be found online at http://www.benton.k12.wi.us or by contacting the district directly at (608) 759-4002.

During the 2024–2025 school year, the Benton School District serves a student body of 223 learners, maintaining an even gender balance of 111 female and 112 male students. Demographically, the student population includes 205 White, 14 Hispanic, and 4 multiracial students distributed evenly across primary and secondary grades. A defining characteristic of the district is its robust staffing context relative to its student body: the district employs approximately 89.66 full-time equivalent (FTE) total staff members, including 46.7 FTE teachers, 3.2 FTE instructional aides, and nearly 40 FTE support staff personnel. This comprehensive ratio of educators and support staff enables highly individualized instruction, small class sizes, and a well-supported educational experience for every student.