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Beaver Dam Elementary

Elementary School · Littlefield Unified District (4374)

PO BOX 730, Litchfield Park, AZ 86432

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,006 of 2,006

In Litchfield Park

#14 of 18

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Littlefield Unified District (4374)

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Beaver Dam Elementary

6.3/10

Elementary School in Litchfield Park · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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About Beaver Dam Elementary

Beaver Dam Elementary is a public elementary school in Litchfield Park, AZ, part of Littlefield Unified District (4374). Beaver Dam Elementary serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaver Dam Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,006 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Beaver Dam Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Beaver Dam Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

42% of students at Beaver Dam Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,433
Chronic Absenteeism41.9%

Beaver Dam Elementary — Students at Beaver Dam Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
40%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Beaver Dam Elementary Compares

See how Beaver Dam Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

Location

PO BOX 730, Litchfield Park, AZ 86432

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beaver Dam Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virgin Valley ES (rated 8.3/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Mesquite), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bloomington School (rated 7.3/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby St. George), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bowler Joseph L ES (rated 6.7/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Bunkerville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Litchfield Park, see our Litchfield Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Beaver Dam High School Litchfield Park 0.4 mi 7.4
Virgin Valley HS Mesquite 9.3 mi 4.4
Virgin Valley ES Mesquite 10.7 mi 8.3
Hughes Charles Arthur MS Mesquite 11.4 mi 7.0
MESQUITE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesquite 11.8 mi
Bowler Joseph L ES Bunkerville 14.8 mi 6.7
Freedom Preparatory Academy Washington St. George 19.7 mi 5.8
Santa Clara School Santa Clara 22.1 mi 5.5
Tonaquint Intermediate St. George 21.1 mi 3.6
Lava Ridge Intermediate Santa Clara 22.4 mi 5.4
Arrowhead School Santa Clara 21.9 mi 6.4
Red Mountain School Ivins 22.8 mi 4.6
Bloomington School St. George 21.1 mi 7.3
Snow Canyon Middle St. George 22.4 mi 4.7
Snow Canyon High St. George 22.5 mi 5.6
Vista School Ivins 23.3 mi 5.5
Sunset School St. George 22.6 mi 4.9
WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. George 23.1 mi
Paradise Canyon St. George 22.9 mi 5.9
Coral Cliffs School St. George 23.4 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,968

Median Home Value

$215,600

Median Rent

$821/mo

Population

3,647

College Educated

9.9%

Homeownership

79.5%

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

60.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beaver Dam Elementary

What grades does Beaver Dam Elementary serve?

Beaver Dam Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Beaver Dam Elementary?

Beaver Dam Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaver Dam Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Beaver Dam Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beaver Dam Elementary rank in AZ?

Beaver Dam Elementary ranks #1,006 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Beaver Dam Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Beaver Dam Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beaver Dam Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beaver Dam Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Beaver Dam Elementary a charter school?

No, Beaver Dam Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beaver Dam Elementary a Title I school?

No, Beaver Dam Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Mohave County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.9%

District

Littlefield Unified District (4374)
District Enrollment
348
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,433
District Rank
#2 of 2

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