Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Big Beaver Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Beaver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Big Beaver Elementary School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
'Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger'
School Rankings
Big Beaver Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Beaver Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1649 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
11%
14%
White
65%
60%
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Beaver Elementary School's ranking?
Big Beaver Elementary School is ranked #1649 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Big Beaver Elementary School often compared to?
Big Beaver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aliquippa Elementary School, Baden Academy Charter School, Freedom Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Big Beaver Elementary School?
301 students attend Big Beaver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Big Beaver Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Beaver Elementary School?
Big Beaver Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Beaver Elementary School offer ?
Big Beaver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Big Beaver Elementary School part of?
Big Beaver Elementary School is part of Big Beaver Falls Area School District.
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