publicmiddleGrade 6-8

South Marshall Middle

2211 Us 641 South, Benton, KY 42025, United States

+1 (270) 527-3828

3.5

Overall Rating

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South Marshall Middle Overview

About This School

South Marshall Middle is a public middle in Benton, Kentucky, serving 432 students in grades 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 38% in ELA and 31% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 27 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,959. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 216 students. The student body is 54% male and 46% female. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 91% White, 6% Hispanic, and 1% Two or More Races.

432

Total Students

Grade 6-8

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

27 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts38%

Mathematics31%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Marshall County

Students per Counselor

216:1

South Marshall Middle Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

38%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 40%State Avg: 44%

31%

Mathematics

City Avg: 32%State Avg: 37%

N/A

Science

Class Information

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.7:1

State Avg: 15.4:1

216

Students per Counselor

South Marshall Middle Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$62,959

City Avg: $62,959

State Avg: $59,135

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1

Students per Counselor216:1

South Marshall Middle Student Demographics

Student Body

54.4%

Male

45.6%

Female

Total Enrollment: 432 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White91.44%

Hispanic6.48%

Asian0.46%

Black0.23%

Two or More Races1.39%

Native American0%

South Marshall Middle Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About South Marshall Middle

Q: What is South Marshall Middle?

A: South Marshall Middle is a middle public located in Benton.

Q: How many students attend South Marshall Middle?

A: South Marshall Middle has approximately 432 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at South Marshall Middle?

A: The student-teacher ratio at South Marshall Middle is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about South Marshall Middle

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About South Marshall Middle - Benton, KY

Quick Facts about South Marshall Middle
School Name	South Marshall Middle
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	2211 Us 641 South, Benton, KY 42025, Benton, KY
County	Marshall County
Phone	+1 (270) 527-3828
Total Students	432
Student-Teacher Ratio	15:1
Full-Time Teachers	27
Rating	3.5/10
ELA Proficiency	38%
Math Proficiency	31%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about South Marshall Middle

What is South Marshall Middle?

South Marshall Middle is a middle public located in Benton.

How many students attend South Marshall Middle?

South Marshall Middle has approximately 432 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Marshall Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at South Marshall Middle is 15:1.

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