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#481 of 635 schools in WV

Hollywood Elementary

Elementary School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

412 Old Mill Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Enrollment

246

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#481 of 635

In Beckley

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#21 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Hollywood Elementary

5.1/10

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

Mabscott Elementary

8.5/10

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

Crescent Elementary

6.6/10

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About Hollywood Elementary

Hollywood Elementary is a public elementary school in Beckley, WV, part of RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Hollywood Elementary serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hollywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Hollywood Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-9.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+27.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,305
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Hollywood Elementary — Students at Hollywood Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (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
72%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
2019
Math
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
80.4%
ELA
76.2%
2025
Math
68.9%
ELA
68.2%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Hollywood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
24th percentile in WV
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

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

412 Old Mill Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hollywood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maxwell Hill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 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, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Mabscott), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beckley, see our Beckley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott 1.0 mi 8.5
Crescent Elementary Beckley 1.3 mi 6.6
MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley 1.6 mi
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley 1.4 mi 8.8
Park Middle School Beckley 1.8 mi 6.9
Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley 2.8 mi 9.2
Stratton Elementary Beckley 2.7 mi 5.7
Ridgeview Elementary Sophia 3.6 mi 7.4
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 3.8 mi 8.3
Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley 3.7 mi 4.4
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 4.5 mi 6.1
HOUSE OF PRAYER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia 4.7 mi
Beckley Elementary Beckley 3.8 mi 6.7
Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley 3.8 mi 5.7
SOPHIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia 4.9 mi
Independence Middle School Sophia 5.2 mi 6.7
Independence High School Sophia 5.2 mi 5.3
Coal City Elementary Coal City 5.3 mi 4.1
Stanaford Elementary School Beckley 4.7 mi 8.2
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 5.5 mi 5.0

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

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Mason Dixon Elementary Blacksville, WV 5.1
Montrose Elementary School Charleston, WV 5.1
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope, WV 5.0
George Washington Elementary Eleanor, WV 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hollywood Elementary

What grades does Hollywood Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Hollywood Elementary?

Hollywood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hollywood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hollywood Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hollywood Elementary rank in WV?

Hollywood Elementary ranks #481 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Hollywood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hollywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Hollywood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hollywood Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hollywood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hollywood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Raleigh County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

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

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