Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benton Hall Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benton Hall Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benton Hall Academy's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benton Hall Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benton Hall Academy is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2756 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
White
91%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benton Hall Academy's ranking?
Benton Hall Academy is ranked #2756 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Benton Hall Academy often compared to?
Benton Hall Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Dolgeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Benton Hall Academy?
441 students attend Benton Hall Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Benton Hall Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Hall Academy?
Benton Hall Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benton Hall Academy offer ?
Benton Hall Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benton Hall Academy part of?
Benton Hall Academy is part of Little Falls City School District.
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