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Best Benton Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 308 students in Benton, PA.

The top-ranked public elementary school in Benton, PA is L R Appleman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Benton, PA public elementary school have an score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Benton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Benton, PA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

L R Appleman Elementary School

(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65%)
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Top 30%

525 Park Street
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-6971

Gr: K-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Benton, PA?

The top-ranked public elementary schools in Benton, PA include L R Appleman Elementary School.

How many public elementary schools are located in Benton?

1 public elementary schools are located in Benton.

What is the racial composition of students in Benton?

Benton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).