Benson Digital Learning Center

Summary:

Benson Digital Learning Center is a public high school in Benson, Arizona, serving grades 9-12 with a relatively small student population of 43 as of the 2022-2023 school year. While part of the Benson Unified School District, which is ranked 184 out of 540 districts in the state, Benson Digital Learning Center has faced significant academic challenges compared to nearby schools like Benson High School and St. David High School.

Benson Digital Learning Center has a higher percentage of White and Hispanic students compared to the nearby schools, but its statewide ranking is lower, with fluctuating graduation rates ranging from 46.1% to 100% in recent years. The school also has significantly higher dropout rates, reaching as high as 21.5% in 2016-2017, compared to just 1.3% at Benson High School in 2019-2020. Academically, Benson Digital Learning Center lags behind, with only 11% of students proficient in English Language Arts in 2020-2021, compared to 39% in the district and 38% statewide.

The data suggests that Benson Digital Learning Center is underperforming in several key areas, including academic proficiency, graduation rates, and dropout rates. These disparities may be linked to the school's lower per-student spending compared to Benson High School, as well as potential demographic and resource allocation factors. Understanding the underlying reasons for these challenges and implementing targeted interventions could be crucial in helping Benson Digital Learning Center improve its educational outcomes and provide a more equitable learning environment for its students.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 197 E 7th St
       Benson, AZ  85602-6629


(520) 720-6702

District: Benson Unified School District

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $7,529 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  38.0 Help
Number of students:  38

Racial breakdown:

White:
71.1%
Hispanic:
23.7%
African American:
5.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  55.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Benson Digital Learning Center is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 36.43. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Benson Digital Learning Center who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (71.1%), Hispanic (23.7%), African American (5.3%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Benson Digital Learning Center is 38. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Benson Digital Learning Center is $7,529.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Benson Digital Learning Center was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Benson Unified School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Benson Unified School District 137th of 297 Arizona school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Benson Digital Learning Center

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Rank History for all students at Benson Digital Learning Center

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 14.86 343rd 395 13.2%
2012 62.05 184th 471 60.9%
2013 43.45 273rd 491 44.4%
2021 21.73 397th 509 22.0%
2023 36.43 262nd 469 44.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Benson Digital Learning Center

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 24.02 277th 347 20.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Benson Digital Learning Center

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 31.55 302nd 492 38.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Benson Digital Learning Center

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 16.46 408th 492 17.1%
2023 45.69 204th 429 52.4%
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Rank History for Native American students at Benson Digital Learning Center

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 30.29 115th 256 55.1%
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Rank History for White students at Benson Digital Learning Center

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 18.15 352nd 448 21.4%
2023 42.95 217th 371 41.5%
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Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Arizona Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Benson Digital Learning Center

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2005 26 0 0 9 1 n/a n/a 0 36
2006 31 0 0 7 1 n/a n/a 0 39
2007 31 0 0 9 4 n/a n/a 0 44
2008 34 0 0 4 1 n/a n/a 0 39
2009 28 0 0 7 1 n/a n/a 0 36
2010 19 1 1 5 2 n/a n/a 0 28
2011 25 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 32
2012 24 1 0 8 0 0 0 0 33
2013 19 0 0 10 1 0 0 0 30
2014 18 0 0 8 1 0 1 0 28
2015 24 1 0 11 0 0 1 0 37
2016 21 1 0 3 0 1 1 0 27
2017 22 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 25
2018 10 1 0 3 1 0 1 0 16
2019 22 1 0 8 0 0 0 0 31
2020 18 2 0 8 0 0 0 0 28
2021 31 1 0 12 3 0 2 0 49
2022 29 0 0 14 2 0 0 0 45
2023 28 0 0 14 0 0 1 0 43
2024 27 2 0 9 0 0 0 0 38

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Benson Digital Learning Center

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2005 36 n/a n/a 30.6
2006 39 n/a n/a 38.5
2007 44 1.0 44.0 n/a
2008 39 1.0 39.0 10.3
2009 36 1.0 36.0 25
2010 28 1.0 28.0 28.6
2011 32 n/a n/a 28.1
2012 33 n/a n/a 15.2
2013 30 n/a n/a 66.7
2014 28 n/a n/a 50
2015 37 n/a n/a 62.2
2016 27 n/a n/a 22.2
2017 25 0.0 n/a 60
2018 16 1.0 16.0 62.5
2019 31 0.0 n/a 35.5
2020 28 n/a n/a 46.4
2021 49 n/a n/a n/a
2022 45 1.0 45.0 24.4
2023 43 1.0 43.0 55.8
2024 38 1.0 38.0 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Benson Digital Learning Center

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2005 36 n/a n/a 30.6
2006 39 n/a n/a 38.5
2007 44 1.0 44.0 n/a
2008 39 1.0 39.0 10.3
2009 36 1.0 36.0 25
2010 28 1.0 28.0 28.6
2011 32 n/a n/a 28.1
2012 33 n/a n/a 15.2
2013 30 n/a n/a 66.7
2014 28 n/a n/a 50
2015 37 n/a n/a 62.2
2016 27 n/a n/a 22.2
2017 25 0.0 n/a 60
2018 16 1.0 16.0 62.5
2019 31 0.0 n/a 35.5
2020 28 n/a n/a 46.4
2021 49 n/a n/a n/a
2022 45 1.0 45.0 24.4
2023 43 1.0 43.0 55.8
2024 38 1.0 38.0 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Benson Digital Learning Center

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YearPersonnel Expenditures from Federal FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from Federal FundsTotal Expenditures from Federal FundsPersonnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $09 (0.1%) $77 (1.2%) $94 (1.4%) $5,020 (76.7%) $1,435 (21.9%) $6,455 (98.7%) $6,541
2020 $01 (0.0%) $302 (3.9%) $304 (3.9%) $6,217 (79.9%) $1,259 (16.2%) $7,475 (96.1%) $7,779
2021 $130 (1.7%) $785 (10.1%) $1,046 (13.5%) $5,177 (66.8%) $1,653 (21.3%) $6,831 (88.2%) $7,746
2022 $167 (2.2%) $890 (11.8%) $1,224 (16.3%) $5,463 (72.6%) $1,009 (13.4%) $6,472 (86.0%) $7,529

Data source: Arizona Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Benson Digital Learning Center

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students3143
 38.7%
African American10
 100%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic814
 75%
Pacific Islander00
White2228
 27.3%
Two or More Races01
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients35.5%55.8%
 20.3%


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Students at Benson Digital Learning Center are 71% White, 24% Hispanic, 5% African American.

In the 2023-24 school year, 38 students attended Benson Digital Learning Center.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

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