Best Public Middle Schools in Benton, MO (2025-26)

Best Benton Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 406 students in Benton, MO.

The top ranked public middle schools in Benton, MO are Kelso Elementary School and Scott Co. Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Benton, MO public middle schools have an score of 34% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 39%), and score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Benton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.

Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Benton, MO (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Kelso Elementary School

(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
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10/

Top 10%

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820 State Hwy A
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3357

Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Rank: #22.

Scott Co. Middle School

(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
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4035 State Hwy 77
Benton, MO 63736
(573) 545-3541

Gr: 6-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in Benton, MO?

The top ranked public middle schools in Benton, MO include Kelso Elementary School and Scott Co. Middle School.

How many public middle schools are located in Benton?

2 public middle schools are located in Benton.

What is the racial composition of students in Benton?

Benton public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).