Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beaver Dam Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaver Dam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beaver Dam Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beaver Dam Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaver Dam Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#791 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
24%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
71%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaver Dam Elementary School's ranking?
Beaver Dam Elementary School is ranked #791 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Beaver Dam Elementary School?
601 students attend Beaver Dam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Beaver Dam Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beaver Dam Elementary School?
Beaver Dam Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beaver Dam Elementary School offer ?
Beaver Dam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beaver Dam Elementary School part of?
Beaver Dam Elementary School is part of Ohio County School District.
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