Serving 641 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beaverdam Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beaverdam Elementary School's student population of 641 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Beaverdam Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaverdam Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2071 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)31%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
46%
21%
Black
39%
25%
White
7%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
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 Beaverdam Elementary School's ranking?
Beaverdam Elementary School is ranked #2071 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Beaverdam Elementary School often compared to?
Beaverdam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilburn Elementary School, Harris Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Beaverdam Elementary School?
641 students attend Beaverdam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Beaverdam Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beaverdam Elementary School?
Beaverdam Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beaverdam Elementary School offer ?
Beaverdam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beaverdam Elementary School part of?
Beaverdam Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Beaverdam Elementary School located?
Beaverdam Elementary School is located in the Northeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Northeast Raleigh.
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