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#286 of 635 schools in WV

Top 45% in state

Beckley Elementary

Elementary School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

399 Grey Flats Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Enrollment

282

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#286 of 635

In Beckley

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#15 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Beckley Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Beckley · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Beckley-stratton Middle School

5.7/10

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4.4/10

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About Beckley Elementary

Beckley Elementary is a public elementary school in Beckley, WV, part of RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Beckley Elementary serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beckley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Beckley Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Beckley Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+4.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-20 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,305
Chronic Absenteeism51.8%

Beckley Elementary — Students at Beckley Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
22%
2019
Math
22%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
33.4%
2025
Math
33.3%
ELA
41%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Beckley Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
55th percentile in WV
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.8%

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

399 Grey Flats Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beckley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maxwell Hill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mabscott Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Mabscott), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beckley, see our Beckley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley 0.1 mi 5.7
Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley 1.2 mi 4.4
Stratton Elementary Beckley 1.5 mi 5.7
Stanaford Elementary School Beckley 2.0 mi 8.2
Park Middle School Beckley 2.1 mi 6.9
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley 2.5 mi 8.8
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Beaver 2.7 mi 5.2
Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley 2.9 mi 9.2
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott 2.9 mi 8.5
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 3.3 mi 8.3
Crescent Elementary Beckley 3.0 mi 6.6
Daniels Elementary Daniels 3.6 mi 7.5
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 4.4 mi 6.1
Hollywood Elementary Beckley 3.8 mi 5.1
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 4.9 mi 5.0
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope 5.1 mi 5.7
MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley 4.3 mi
Shady Spring High Shady Spring 6.6 mi 5.6
Shady Spring Middle School Shady Spring 6.8 mi 7.1
Shady Spring Elementary Shady Spring 7.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,370

Median Home Value

$151,000

Median Rent

$842/mo

Population

30,869

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.8%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Athens Elementary School Athens, WV 6.7
Crum Pre K-8 School Crum, WV 6.7
Harts Pk-8 Harts, WV 6.7
Meadow Bridge Elementary Meadow Bridge, WV 6.7
Ravenswood Grade School Ravenswood, WV 6.7
Henry J Kaiser Elementary School Ravenswood, WV 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beckley Elementary

What grades does Beckley Elementary serve?

Beckley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Beckley Elementary?

Beckley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beckley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Beckley Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beckley Elementary rank in WV?

Beckley Elementary ranks #286 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Beckley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Beckley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Beckley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beckley Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beckley Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Beckley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Beckley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Raleigh County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.8%

District

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
10,604
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,305
District Rank
#15 of 26

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