Benson County Schools & Education
Benson County, North Dakota
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
52/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
78.5%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
78.5%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,204
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,385
School Score
52/100
Higher = better
State avg 54/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#29
of 53 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Benson County
School Verdict
Benson County has average school quality (score: 52/100) with a graduation rate of 78.5%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
With $12,204 per pupil, Benson County has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Benson County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 5% below the North Dakota average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 6.3 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 30% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Benson County, North Dakota
Benson's Wide-Ranging Rural Network
Benson County manages a network of 12 public schools serving 1,010 students through six different districts. This infrastructure is heavily distributed, featuring five elementary schools and five high schools across the region.
Strong Investment Despite Graduation Challenges
The county invests heavily with a per-pupil expenditure of $12,204, well above the state average of $9,385. While the 78.5% graduation rate is lower than the state's 84.8%, the composite school score of 58.7 sits above the state average of 54.8.
Warwick and Ft Totten Districts
Warwick 29 is the largest district with 222 students across three schools, followed closely by Ft Totten 30 with 200 students. Traditional public schools make up 100% of the county's offerings as there are no charter schools.
Small Schools in Rural Settings
Every school in Benson County is classified as rural, with an average size of only 84 students per campus. Minnewaukan Elementary is the largest with 219 students, while several rural schools like Maddock Elementary serve fewer than 90 children.
Invest in High-Spending School Zones
Families who value high per-pupil spending and small class sizes will find Benson County particularly attractive. Use school quality and spending data to guide your home search in this rural North Dakota landscape.
School Overview
Total Schools
12
in Benson County
Total Enrollment
1,010
students
School Districts
6
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
6 School Districts in Benson County
MINNEWAUKAN 5
WARWICK 29
FT TOTTEN 30
LEEDS 6
MADDOCK 9
OBERON 16
12 Public Schools in Benson County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINNEWAUKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | MINNEWAUKAN 5 | PK–8 | Primary | 219 |
| FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | FT TOTTEN 30 | 9–12 | High | 181 |
| LEEDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | LEEDS 6 | PK–8 | Primary | 96 |
| WARWICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | WARWICK 29 | PK–4 | Primary | 92 |
| MADDOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | MADDOCK 9 | PK–8 | Primary | 85 |
| MINNEWAUKAN HIGH SCHOOL | MINNEWAUKAN 5 | 9–12 | High | 78 |
| WARWICK HIGH SCHOOL | WARWICK 29 | 9–12 | High | 66 |
| WARWICK MIDDLE SCHOOL | WARWICK 29 | 5–8 | Middle | 64 |
| OBERON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | OBERON 16 | KG–8 | Primary | 45 |
| MADDOCK HIGH SCHOOL | MADDOCK 9 | 9–12 | High | 38 |
| LEEDS HIGH SCHOOL | LEEDS 6 | 9–12 | High | 27 |
| FOUR WINDS COMMUNITY PK SCHOOL | FT TOTTEN 30 | PK | Other | 19 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$12,204
State avg $9,385
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Benson County, North Dakota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Benson County, North Dakota?
Benson County manages a network of 12 public schools serving 1,010 students through six different districts. This infrastructure is heavily distributed, featuring five elementary schools and five high schools across the region.
How do schools in Benson County perform academically?
The county invests heavily with a per-pupil expenditure of $12,204, well above the state average of $9,385. While the 78.5% graduation rate is lower than the state's 84.8%, the composite school score of 58.7 sits above the state average of 54.8.
What are the major school districts in Benson County, North Dakota?
Warwick 29 is the largest district with 222 students across three schools, followed closely by Ft Totten 30 with 200 students. Traditional public schools make up 100% of the county's offerings as there are no charter schools.
What is the school experience like in Benson County?
Every school in Benson County is classified as rural, with an average size of only 84 students per campus. Minnewaukan Elementary is the largest with 219 students, while several rural schools like Maddock Elementary serve fewer than 90 children.
How can I find homes near good schools in Benson County, North Dakota?
Families who value high per-pupil spending and small class sizes will find Benson County particularly attractive. Use school quality and spending data to guide your home search in this rural North Dakota landscape.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.