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#297 of 635 schools in WV

Top 47% in state

Crescent Elementary

Elementary School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

205 Crescent Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Enrollment

292

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#297 of 635

In Beckley

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#16 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Crescent Elementary

6.6/10

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

Mabscott Elementary

8.5/10

1.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Hollywood Elementary

5.1/10

1.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Crescent Elementary

Crescent Elementary is a public elementary school in Beckley, WV, part of RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Crescent Elementary serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Crescent Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Crescent Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+24.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.6 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+32.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,305
Chronic Absenteeism17.5%

Crescent Elementary — Students at Crescent Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.0% (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
62%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
72%
2019
Math
72%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
80.8%
ELA
68.8%
2025
Math
78.1%
ELA
68.9%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Crescent Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in WV
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

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

205 Crescent Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crescent Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maxwell Hill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mabscott Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Mabscott), which scores notably higher. 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 8.5
Hollywood Elementary Beckley 1.3 mi 5.1
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 9.2
Park Middle School Beckley 1.5 mi 6.9
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 2.5 mi 8.3
Stratton Elementary Beckley 2.5 mi 5.7
Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley 2.6 mi 4.4
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 3.4 mi 6.1
Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley 3.0 mi 5.7
Beckley Elementary Beckley 3.0 mi 6.7
Stanaford Elementary School Beckley 3.5 mi 8.2
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 4.3 mi 5.0
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope 4.6 mi 5.7
Ridgeview Elementary Sophia 4.9 mi 7.4
HOUSE OF PRAYER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia 5.9 mi
Independence Middle School Sophia 6.3 mi 6.7
Independence High School Sophia 6.3 mi 5.3
Coal City Elementary Coal City 6.4 mi 4.1

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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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 ranks #297 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Crescent Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Crescent Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Crescent Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crescent Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

District

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

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