Serving 640 students in grades 3-6, Dutch Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Dutch Ridge El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire Beaver school district, encompassing approximately 22.5 square miles in Beaver, PA. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 4.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutch Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dutch Ridge Elementary School's student population of 640 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dutch Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutch Ridge Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutch Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Dutch Ridge Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dutch Ridge Elementary School?
640 students attend Dutch Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dutch Ridge Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dutch Ridge Elementary School?
Dutch Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dutch Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Dutch Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dutch Ridge Elementary School part of?
Dutch Ridge Elementary School is part of Beaver Area School District.
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