Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benson Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benson Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benson Hill Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benson Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benson Hill Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1347 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
34%
9%
Hispanic
24%
27%
Black
15%
5%
White
13%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benson Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Benson Hill Elementary School is ranked #1347 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Benson Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Benson Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carriage Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Benson Hill Elementary School?
477 students attend Benson Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Benson Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benson Hill Elementary School?
Benson Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benson Hill Elementary School offer ?
Benson Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benson Hill Elementary School part of?
Benson Hill Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
There are a handful of outstanding teachers. The leadership at this school is unprofessional and the programs suffer for it. The principal is focused on testing but the school scores don't reflect her singular focus.
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