Serving 12 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edna Beaman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edna Beaman Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Benton, CA, covering approximately 2,704.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 49.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 85.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edna Beaman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Edna Beaman Elementary School's student population of 12 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edna Beaman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edna Beaman Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edna Beaman Elementary School's ranking?
Edna Beaman Elementary School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edna Beaman Elementary School?
12 students attend Edna Beaman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Edna Beaman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, and 16% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edna Beaman Elementary School?
Edna Beaman Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edna Beaman Elementary School offer ?
Edna Beaman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Edna Beaman Elementary School part of?
Edna Beaman Elementary School is part of Eastern Sierra Unified School District.
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