Beaver Creek Elementary School

Beaver Creek Elementary School serves 564 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Johnston, Iowa, consistently delivering strong academic results that place it among the top performing elementary schools in the state. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranking 238th out of 1,288 Iowa elementary schools, the school demonstrates impressive academic achievement with 79% of students proficient or above in reading and 82% proficient or above in mathematics. The school maintains a favorable learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 15.2 to 1, supported by 37 full-time equivalent teachers who work with students across all grade levels.

This staffing structure allows for more individualized attention and support for each student's academic development. Beaver Creek Elementary operates within an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $97,926 and 55% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's commitment to education is reflected in the school's strong performance and the low poverty rate of 10.5% among families in the area.

Located in Johnston's large suburban setting within Polk County, Beaver Creek Elementary benefits from being part of a well-established community that values educational excellence and provides a supportive environment for student learning and growth.