Raleigh County Schools School District
School District · Beckley, West Virginia
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
26
17 elem, 5 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,305
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
26
17 elem, 5 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,305
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
How this district compares
West Virginia rank
#15 of 55
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.6
above West Virginia avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,305
$1,119 vs West Virginia median
District size
10,604 students
Much larger than West Virginia median
About Raleigh County Schools
Raleigh County Schools is a Beckley, West Virginia school district serving 26 schools. The district educates 10,604 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1. The district invests $13,305 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Raleigh County Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Stanaford Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.2/10.
In standardized testing, Raleigh County Schools students show an average math proficiency of 35.1% and ELA proficiency of 41.8%.
The district includes 17 elementary schools , 5 middle schools , and 4 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Raleigh County Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Raleigh County Schools with test data.
Schools in Raleigh County Schools
26 schools Elementary Schools 17
Middle Schools 5
District Details
- State
- West Virginia
- City
- Beckley
- Total Enrollment
- 10,604
- Teachers (FTE)
- 796
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Raleigh County Schools?
Raleigh County Schools has 26 schools in total — 17 elementary, 5 middle, and 4 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Raleigh County Schools?
The average composite rating for Raleigh County Schools is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Raleigh County Schools?
Raleigh County Schools spends $13,305 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Raleigh County Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Raleigh County Schools is 13.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Raleigh County Schools?
Stanaford Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Raleigh County Schools with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What are the test scores in Raleigh County Schools?
Across schools in Raleigh County Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 35.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 41.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Raleigh County Schools compare to other districts in West Virginia?
Raleigh County Schools has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 26 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in West Virginia by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 35.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 41.8%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in WV
Compare Raleigh County Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Kanawha County Schools (66)
- Berkeley County Schools (32)
- Wood County Schools (27)
- Cabell County Schools (26)
- Harrison County Schools (25)
- Mercer County Schools (25)
- Putnam County Schools (23)
- Marion County Schools (21)
- Logan County Schools (18)
- Monongalia County Schools (18)
- Wayne County Schools (18)
- Jefferson County Schools (16)
- Greenbrier County Schools (14)
- Mineral County Schools (14)
- Nicholas County Schools (14)
- Randolph County Schools (14)
- Wyoming County Schools (14)
- Boone County Schools (13)
- Jackson County Schools (13)
- Marshall County Schools (13)
- Ohio County Schools (13)
- Fayette County Schools (12)
- Mason County Schools (12)
- Mcdowell County Schools (10)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, West Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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