BEAVER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Beaver Creek Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Knott County school district, located in Topmost, KY with about 257 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Beaver Creek Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Beaver Creek Elementary School is located in the rural community of Topmost, Kentucky, situated in Knott County. As a small, community-focused institution, it serves students in the surrounding Appalachian region, typically operating as part of the Knott County School District. The school is centrally positioned along Highway 7, serving as a primary educational anchor for local families in this mountainous area.

Like many schools in the region, Beaver Creek Elementary focuses on providing foundational education within a close-knit environment. The school emphasizes core academic instruction while often playing an integral role in the community life of Topmost. Because of its location in Eastern Kentucky, the school is deeply integrated into the local culture, prioritizing student support and personalized engagement to help children navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of the region.

For more information, contact Beaver Creek Elementary School at (606) 447-2833 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.