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1 schools in Benton

California · Public K-12

Benton, California reports 1 public K-12 school to NCES, totaling roughly 12 students (1 elementary).

7-year change in Benton

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
12
-11 (-48%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
42%
was 57%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Edna Beaman ElementaryElementaryKG-0512

About Benton

Benton is a thinly populated California city in terms of public-school footprint, with 1 schools and 12 students total.

Schools in Benton average about 12 students each, 98% below the California norm.

Five-year track record. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment decreased 48%: 23 students in SY 2017-18 versus 12 in SY 2024-25. Demographically, the White share of enrollment decreased from 57% to 42%.

On allk12, the community for Benton discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Benton, California?
There are 1 public K-12 schools in Benton, with a combined enrollment of about 12.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Benton?
Benton has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Benton?
Edna Beaman Elementary is the largest public school in Benton by enrollment, with approximately 12 students.
What school districts serve Benton?
Benton public schools are operated by Eastern Sierra Unified.
What grade levels do public schools in Benton cover?
Public schools in Benton serve students from kindergarten through grade 5.