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#55 of 635 schools in WV

Top 9% in state

Crescent Elementary

Elementary School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

205 Crescent Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Enrollment

292

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Beckley

#3 of 10

public schools

West Virginia elementary schools

#51 of 407

In district

#3 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Crescent Elementary

Crescent Elementary is a public elementary school in Beckley, WV, part of the RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. The school serves approximately 292 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 91.5th percentile among WV schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 64% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $49,370, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a small city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+5.65 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency57%
Overall Proficiency60%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected+24.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,014

Crescent Elementary — Students at Crescent Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
72%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
57%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Crescent Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in WV
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
4.5/10
Below average

Location

205 Crescent Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crescent Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stanaford Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hollywood Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Beckley, see our Beckley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott 1.1 mi 7.1
Hollywood Elementary Beckley 1.3 mi 8.7
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley 1.4 mi 8.8
MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley 1.3 mi
Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley 1.6 mi 7.2
Park Middle School Beckley 1.5 mi 7.5
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 2.5 mi 6.1
Stratton Elementary Beckley 2.5 mi 3.5
Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley 2.6 mi 5.2
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 3.4 mi 6.1
Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley 3.0 mi 6.3
Beckley Elementary Beckley 3.0 mi 5.1
Stanaford Elementary School Beckley 3.5 mi 9.2
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 4.3 mi 7.3
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope 4.6 mi 5.7
Ridgeview Elementary Sophia 4.9 mi 6.8
HOUSE OF PRAYER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia 5.9 mi
Independence Middle School Sophia 6.3 mi 6.8
Independence High School Sophia 6.3 mi 6.6
Coal City Elementary Coal City 6.4 mi 8.0

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Crescent Elementary has a median household income of $49,370. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $151,000, with a median rent of $842/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Andrews Heights Elementary School Tornado, WV 8.5
Hilltop Elementary School Wheeling, WV 8.7
Hollywood Elementary Beckley, WV 8.7
Kellogg Elementary School Huntington, WV 8.5
Madison Elementary School Wheeling, WV 8.5
Neale Elementary School Vienna, WV 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crescent Elementary

What grades does Crescent Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Crescent Elementary?

Crescent Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crescent Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Crescent Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Crescent Elementary rank in WV?

Crescent Elementary is ranked #55 out of 635 schools in WV.

What is Crescent Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Crescent Elementary has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Crescent Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Crescent Elementary has 63.7% math proficiency and 49.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Crescent Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Crescent Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (8,554/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Beckley). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Raleigh County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

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.

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