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Stratton Elementary

Elementary School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

1129 S Fayette St, Beckley, WV 25801

Enrollment

328

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#411 of 635

In Beckley

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#18 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Stratton Elementary

5.7/10

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

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6.9/10

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About Stratton Elementary

Stratton Elementary is a public elementary school in Beckley, WV, part of RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Stratton Elementary serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stratton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #411 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Stratton Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Stratton Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

48% of students at Stratton Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+4.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.8% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.4% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,305
Chronic Absenteeism47.9%

Stratton Elementary — Students at Stratton Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.2% (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
42%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
12%
2019
Math
12%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
21.2%
ELA
23.7%
2025
Math
27.8%
ELA
25.4%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Stratton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
35th percentile in WV
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.9%

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

1129 S Fayette St, Beckley, WV 25801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stratton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maxwell Hill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mabscott Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mabscott), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beckley, see our Beckley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Park Middle School Beckley 1.0 mi 6.9
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley 1.3 mi 8.8
Beckley Elementary Beckley 1.5 mi 6.7
Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley 1.6 mi 5.7
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott 1.8 mi 8.5
Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley 2.3 mi 4.4
Crescent Elementary Beckley 2.5 mi 6.6
Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley 3.1 mi 9.2
Stanaford Elementary School Beckley 3.3 mi 8.2
Hollywood Elementary Beckley 2.7 mi 5.1
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 3.9 mi 8.3
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Beaver 3.4 mi 5.2
MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley 3.7 mi
Daniels Elementary Daniels 3.8 mi 7.5
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 5.0 mi 6.1
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 5.7 mi 5.0
Coal City Elementary Coal City 5.6 mi 4.1
Independence High School Sophia 5.5 mi 5.3
Independence Middle School Sophia 5.6 mi 6.7
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope 6.0 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
Glen Dale Elementary School Glen Dale, WV 5.7
Mary C. Snow West Side Elementary Charleston, WV 5.8
Capon Bridge Elementary School Capon Bridge, WV 5.6
Creed Collins Elementary Pennsboro, WV 5.6
East Dale Elementary School Fairmont, WV 5.6
Frankfort Intermediate School Fort Ashby, WV 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stratton Elementary

What grades does Stratton Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Stratton Elementary?

Stratton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stratton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stratton 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 Stratton Elementary rank in WV?

Stratton Elementary ranks #411 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Stratton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stratton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Stratton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stratton Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stratton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stratton Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Raleigh County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.9%

District

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

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