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#260 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 20% in state

Beechwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Beechwood Independent

54 Beechwood Road, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017

Enrollment

752

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#260 of 1,284

In Fort Mitchell

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Beechwood Independent

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Beechwood Elementary School

7.6/10

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

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7.8/10

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About Beechwood Elementary School

Beechwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Mitchell, KY, part of Beechwood Independent. Beechwood Elementary School serves approximately 752 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Beechwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Beechwood Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above KY schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.5% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.8% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,233
Chronic Absenteeism7%

Beechwood Elementary School — Students at Beechwood Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 38 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2025
Math
65.5%
ELA
67.8%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Beechwood Elementary School Compares

See how Beechwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
80th percentile in KY
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

54 Beechwood Road, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beechwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ft Wright Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC MONTESSORI (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CRESCENT RIDGE ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Crescent Springs), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Mitchell, see our Fort Mitchell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Beechwood High School Fort Mitchell 0.0 mi 7.8
BLESSED SACRAMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ft. Mitchell 0.7 mi 4.8
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ft. Mitchell 0.7 mi
Guardian Angel Fort Mitchell 1.4 mi
ST AGNES SCHOOL Ft. Wright 1.4 mi 3.7
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Park Hills 1.5 mi 5.2
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Crescent Springs 1.4 mi 4.9
CRESCENT RIDGE ACADEMY Crescent Springs 1.5 mi 7.7
Ft Wright Elementary School Covington 1.5 mi 8.8
COVINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Park Hills 1.7 mi 5.1
Transformational Learning Center Covington 2.7 mi 6.0
Dixie Heights High School Fort Mitchell 2.4 mi 7.1
VILLA MADONNA MONTESSORI Villa Hills 2.3 mi
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Edgewood 2.8 mi 3.7
R C Hinsdale Elementary School Edgewood 2.9 mi 7.7
Mary A. Goetz Elementary School Ludlow 2.9 mi 7.6
Ludlow High School Ludlow 2.9 mi 6.8
Riverside Community School Inc. dba Riverside Academy Cincinnati 2.8 mi 3.5
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC MONTESSORI Covington 2.6 mi 7.9
Turkey Foot Middle School Edgewood 2.8 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,645

Median Home Value

$278,100

Median Rent

$985/mo

Population

40,661

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beechwood Elementary School

What grades does Beechwood Elementary School serve?

Beechwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Beechwood Elementary School?

Beechwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 752 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beechwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Beechwood Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beechwood Elementary School rank in KY?

Beechwood Elementary School ranks #260 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Beechwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beechwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Beechwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beechwood Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beechwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Beechwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Beechwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
752
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kenton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

District

Beechwood Independent
District Enrollment
1,527
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,233
District Rank
#2 of 2

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