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#16 of 635 schools in WV

Top 2% in state

Maxwell Hill Elementary

Elementary School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

1001 Maxwell Hill Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Enrollment

210

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#16 of 635

In Beckley

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Maxwell Hill Elementary

9.2/10

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

Cranberry-prosperity Elementary

8.3/10

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6.6/10

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About Maxwell Hill Elementary

Maxwell Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Beckley, WV, part of RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Maxwell Hill Elementary serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxwell Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Maxwell Hill Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+10.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+21.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+30.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,305
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Maxwell Hill Elementary — Students at Maxwell Hill Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
2019
Math
52%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
62.5%
ELA
59.5%
2025
Math
74.7%
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: 9.6/10.

How Maxwell Hill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in WV
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

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

1001 Maxwell Hill Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maxwell Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Mabscott Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Mabscott), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beckley, see our Beckley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 1.0 mi 8.3
Crescent Elementary Beckley 1.6 mi 6.6
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 1.9 mi 6.1
Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley 1.9 mi 4.4
Park Middle School Beckley 2.5 mi 6.9
MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley 2.1 mi
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott 2.5 mi 8.5
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley 2.6 mi 8.8
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 2.8 mi 5.0
Stanaford Elementary School Beckley 2.4 mi 8.2
Hollywood Elementary Beckley 2.8 mi 5.1
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope 3.1 mi 5.7
Stratton Elementary Beckley 3.1 mi 5.7
Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley 2.8 mi 5.7
Beckley Elementary Beckley 2.9 mi 6.7
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Beaver 5.6 mi 5.2
Ridgeview Elementary Sophia 6.4 mi 7.4
Daniels Elementary Daniels 6.5 mi 7.5
HOUSE OF PRAYER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia 7.4 mi
Independence Middle School Sophia 7.8 mi 6.7

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
Chamberlain Elementary School Charleston, WV 9.2
Harrisville Elementary Harrisville, WV 9.2
West Taylor Elementary School Flemington, WV 9.2
Arnoldsburg School Arnoldsburg, WV 9.1
Culloden Elementary School Culloden, WV 9.1
Holz Elementary School Charleston, WV 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maxwell Hill Elementary

What grades does Maxwell Hill Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Maxwell Hill Elementary?

Maxwell Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maxwell Hill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Maxwell Hill Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maxwell Hill Elementary rank in WV?

Maxwell Hill Elementary ranks #16 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Maxwell Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Maxwell Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Maxwell Hill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxwell Hill Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maxwell Hill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Maxwell Hill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Maxwell Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Raleigh County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

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

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