Excellent
#2 of 69 private schools in WV
Top 1% of private schools
St Francis De Sales School
Elementary School
622 S OAKWOOD AVE, Beckley, WV 25801
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
West Virginia private schools
#2 of 69
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St Francis De Sales School
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About St Francis De Sales School
St Francis De Sales School is a private elementary school in Beckley, WV. St Francis De Sales School serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 69 private schools in WV.
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, St Francis De Sales School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, St Francis De Sales School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Francis De Sales School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Francis De Sales School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Beckley, WV
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis De Sales School (this school) | 8.8 |
| Park Middle School | 6.9 |
| Stratton Elementary | 5.7 |
| Crescent Elementary | 6.6 |
| Hollywood Elementary | 5.1 |
| Beckley Elementary | 6.7 |
| Beckley-Stratton Middle School | 5.7 |
| Maxwell Hill Elementary | 9.2 |
| Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary | 8.3 |
| Stanaford Elementary School | 8.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WV.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WV
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
622 S OAKWOOD AVE, Beckley, WV 25801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis De Sales School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maxwell Hill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mabscott Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Mabscott), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beckley, see our Beckley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Park Middle School Beckley | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Mabscott Elementary Mabscott | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Crescent Elementary Beckley | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Stratton Elementary Beckley | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Hollywood Elementary Beckley | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley | 2.5 mi | — |
| Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Beckley Elementary Beckley | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Stanaford Elementary School Beckley | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Ridgeview Elementary Sophia | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Independence High School Sophia | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Independence Middle School Sophia | 5.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Coal City Elementary Coal City | 5.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope | 5.4 mi | 5.0 |
| HOUSE OF PRAYER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia | 5.1 mi | — |
| MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Straley Elementary School Princeton, WV | 8.8 |
| Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling, WV | 8.9 |
| Malden Elementary School Charleston, WV | 8.9 |
| Aurora School Aurora, WV | 8.7 |
| Roanoke Elementary School Roanoke, WV | 9.0 |
| Sharon Dawes Elementary School Miami, WV | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis De Sales School
What grades does St Francis De Sales School serve?
St Francis De Sales School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis De Sales School?
St Francis De Sales School has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis De Sales School rank in WV?
St Francis De Sales School ranks #2 of 69 private schools in WV.
What is St Francis De Sales School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis De Sales School a private school?
Yes, St Francis De Sales School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Francis De Sales School a religious school?
St Francis De Sales School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Raleigh County
- Phone
- (304) 252-4087
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