Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beaverdale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beaverdale Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beaverdale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaverdale Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#935 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
2%
36%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Beaverdale Elementary School is ranked #935 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Beaverdale Elementary School often compared to?
Beaverdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cohutta Elementary School, Pleasant Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Beaverdale Elementary School?
503 students attend Beaverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Beaverdale Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaverdale Elementary School?
Beaverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beaverdale Elementary School offer ?
Beaverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Beaverdale Elementary School part of?
Beaverdale Elementary School is part of Whitfield County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/16/2010
Great staff and learning environment. Facilities are new and clean.
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