BENTON HIGH

682 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Benton High School, located in St. Joseph, Missouri, serves as a cornerstone of the St. Joseph School District. As a traditional public secondary institution, it provides a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular programs, including athletics, arts, and student-led organizations. The school is known for its deep-rooted history in the community and its commitment to preparing students for post-secondary education and career readiness through a mix of core classes and elective opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, Benton High School plays an active role in the local St. Joseph culture, often serving as a hub for community engagement and school spirit. The facility on South Fourth Street reflects the district’s efforts to support diverse student needs, offering resources designed to foster both personal development and academic success. With a focus on cultivating a supportive environment, the school remains dedicated to upholding the values and educational standards expected within the Missouri public school system.

682

Total Students

50.7

Full-Time Teachers

13.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BENTON HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	491
Hispanic	96
Black	18
Asian	3
Two or More	64
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	9

White
491 (72.0%)
Hispanic
96 (14.1%)
Two or More
64 (9.4%)
Black
18 (2.6%)
Pacific Islander
9 (1.3%)
Asian
3 (0.4%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	ST. JOSEPH
Phone:	(816)671-4030
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	682
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	50.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	279
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	41

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 193

Grade 10 177

Grade 11 163

Grade 12 149