For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 547 students in Benton, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Benton, TN is Polk County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, TN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Benton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Benton, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Polk County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Benton, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Polk County High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7200 Highway 411 North
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0078
Benton, TN 37307
(423) 299-0078
Gr: 9-12 | 400 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Benton, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Benton, TN include Polk County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Benton?
2 public high schools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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