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Benton Community Schools is a PK-12 public school located in east central Iowa. Our employees take pride in their commitment to quality education.

The District has four buildings: Atkins Elementary, Keystone Elementary, Norway Intermediate and Benton Middle School/High School. The Benton Community School District provides outstanding opportunities for the students, from preschool through high school. From a caring, committed professional staff of teachers and administrators to excellent and safe learning facilities, from the fine arts to athletics, Benton Community provides an environment where children feel they belong. The great success of our students is directly related to the quality of the teachers and support staff at Benton. They just don’t teach, but they are actively involved in the development of each student. They are also involved in developing their own professional skills. Also important to student success is the dedication and commitment of the Board of Education, parents, patrons, and every individual who plays an integral role in the growth and development of the school community’s young people. Their contributions ensure that Benton Community is a place to grow and learn. The goal of the school district is to make sure students are college and career ready as they graduate and shape them in their important role as outstanding citizens. The most important factor that helps make Benton Community successful is the expectation that students do their best and that the school community does its best to help them. That cooperation creates an environment where everyone can succeed because of common aspirations and goals. Benton Community believes and practices its mission – to provide a “quality education for a lifetime of learning”. The core values of educational excellence, a caring environment, continuous growth, and team work provide the framework and support for our important work. Benton Community is a place to enjoy! It’s a place that lets you get involved in things that really matter – the education of our children, the development of the community, and the quality of life. Perhaps the best way to find out about Benton Community is to talk to the people who live here. The reasons that brought them here and the reasons they stay show why Benton Community is a “place to belong”. Dr. Pamela Ewell
Superintendent of Schools

10/30/2026

10/30/2026

10/29/2026

My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is the supportive community that we live in.

10/28/2026

Benton Community Theatre proudly presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical!

Gather your family and friends and come support our talented Benton performers! We can’t wait to see you there!

Showtimes:
Friday, November 6 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 7 at 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 8 at 2:00 PM

Tickets are on sale now! Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the link below to purchase your tickets.

https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/benton/tickets

10/28/2026

Benton Alumni Spotlight: Marisa Bieschke, Class of 2018!

Since graduating from Benton, Marisa has earned degrees in Elementary and Secondary Education from the University of Northern Iowa and gone on to teach both second grade and kindergarten. She also served as Director of Academics and Philanthropy for Alpha Sigma Tau during her time at UNI!

One fun fact about Marisa: She earned seven teaching endorsements and minored in two additional subjects alongside her education degrees!

We're proud to celebrate Marisa and the impact she's making in education! Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat! 🐾

10/28/2026

Thanks for all you do to make Benton a great place to be!

10/28/2026

The Power of the Pause Button; Written by: Emily Bishop, School Counselor, Atkins Elementary

The “Pause Button” strategy is a simple, child-friendly way to help young students manage transition...

Address

600 1st Street
Van Horne, IA
52346

Telephone

+13192288701

Website

http://www.benton.k12.ia.us/

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