Serving 87 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Beaver Dam Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- 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 87 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beaver Dam Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaver Dam Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#250 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
47%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaver Dam Elementary School's ranking?
Beaver Dam Elementary School is ranked #250 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Beaver Dam Elementary School?
87 students attend Beaver Dam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Beaver Dam Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% 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 14:1.
What grades does Beaver Dam Elementary School offer ?
Beaver Dam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
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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