Serving 108 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beaver Dam Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaver Dam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Beaver Dam Elementary School's student population of 108 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Beaver Dam Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaver Dam Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#76 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
14%
25%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaver Dam Elementary School's ranking?
Beaver Dam Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Beaver Dam Elementary School?
108 students attend Beaver Dam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Beaver Dam Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaver Dam Elementary School?
Beaver Dam Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beaver Dam Elementary School offer ?
Beaver Dam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beaver Dam Elementary School part of?
Beaver Dam Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Beaver Dam Elementary School located?
Beaver Dam Elementary School is located in the Cape Fear neighborhood of Roseboro, NC.
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