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Beckley-stratton Middle School

Middle School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

401 Grey Flats Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Enrollment

634

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#410 of 635

In Beckley

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#17 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

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Beckley-stratton Middle School

5.7/10

Middle School in Beckley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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About Beckley-stratton Middle School

Beckley-stratton Middle School is a public middle school in Beckley, WV, part of RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Beckley-stratton Middle School serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Beckley-stratton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Beckley-stratton Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Beckley-stratton Middle School 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 Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.8% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,305
Chronic Absenteeism41.3%

Beckley-stratton Middle School — Students at Beckley-stratton Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 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
38%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
22%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
31%
2019
Math
31%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
34%
2024
Math
23.5%
ELA
41%
2025
Math
25.8%
ELA
40.9%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Beckley-stratton Middle School Compares

See how Beckley-stratton Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in WV
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.3%

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

401 Grey Flats Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beckley-stratton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shady Spring Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Shady Spring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Park Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beckley, see our Beckley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Beckley Elementary Beckley 0.1 mi 6.7
Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley 1.1 mi 4.4
Stratton Elementary Beckley 1.6 mi 5.7
Stanaford Elementary School Beckley 1.9 mi 8.2
Park Middle School Beckley 2.2 mi 6.9
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley 2.6 mi 8.8
Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley 2.8 mi 9.2
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Beaver 2.8 mi 5.2
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 3.2 mi 8.3
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott 2.9 mi 8.5
Crescent Elementary Beckley 3.0 mi 6.6
Daniels Elementary Daniels 3.7 mi 7.5
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 4.3 mi 6.1
Hollywood Elementary Beckley 3.8 mi 5.1
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 4.8 mi 5.0
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope 5.0 mi 5.7
MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley 4.2 mi
Shady Spring High Shady Spring 6.7 mi 5.6
Shady Spring Middle School Shady Spring 6.9 mi 7.1
Shady Spring Elementary Shady Spring 7.1 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

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Pikeview Middle School Princeton, WV 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beckley-stratton Middle School

What grades does Beckley-stratton Middle School serve?

Beckley-stratton Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Beckley-stratton Middle School?

Beckley-stratton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beckley-stratton Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Beckley-stratton Middle School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beckley-stratton Middle School rank in WV?

Beckley-stratton Middle School ranks #410 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Beckley-stratton Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beckley-stratton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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-stratton Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beckley-stratton Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beckley-stratton Middle School a charter school?

No, Beckley-stratton Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beckley-stratton Middle School a Title I school?

No, Beckley-stratton Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Raleigh County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.3%

District

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

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