DUTCH RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dutch Ridge El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Beaver Area SD school district, located in Beaver, PA with about 574 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 35 teachers, Dutch Ridge El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Dutch Ridge Elementary School, located in Beaver, Pennsylvania, is a primary educational institution within the Beaver Area School District. Serving students in the early grade levels, the school is known for its focus on providing a foundational academic environment that emphasizes core literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare young learners for the transition to intermediate and middle school levels while fostering a community-oriented atmosphere typical of the Beaver County area.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student-centered learning and its dedicated faculty. Beyond the standard academic requirements, Dutch Ridge Elementary frequently emphasizes extracurricular engagement and the integration of technology in the classroom to enhance the learning experience. By maintaining strong communication between educators, parents, and the broader Beaver Area community, the school strives to create a supportive and inclusive setting that encourages both personal growth and academic success for its student body.

For more information, contact Dutch Ridge El Sch at (724) 774-1017 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.