Serving 734 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beechwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beechwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beechwood Elementary School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beechwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beechwood Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
86%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beechwood Elementary School's ranking?
Beechwood Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Beechwood Elementary School?
734 students attend Beechwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Beechwood Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beechwood Elementary School?
Beechwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beechwood Elementary School offer ?
Beechwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beechwood Elementary School part of?
Beechwood Elementary School is part of Beechwood Independent School District.
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