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#546 of 635 schools in WV

Woodrow Wilson High School

High School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

400 Stanaford Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Enrollment

1,265

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

4.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#546 of 635

In Beckley

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#24 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

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Woodrow Wilson High School

4.4/10

High School in Beckley · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodrow Wilson High School

Woodrow Wilson High School is a public high school in Beckley, WV, part of RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Woodrow Wilson High School serves approximately 1,265 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson High School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • WV avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Woodrow Wilson High School 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate85%
AP Participation13.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,305
Chronic Absenteeism34.2%

Woodrow Wilson High School — Students at Woodrow Wilson High School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 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
48%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
25%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
26%
2019
Math
26%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
50%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Woodrow Wilson High School Compares

See how Woodrow Wilson High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
14th percentile in WV
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
13.8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

400 Stanaford Rd, Beckley, WV 25801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodrow Wilson High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Maxwell Hill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mabscott Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Mabscott), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beckley, see our Beckley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley 1.1 mi 5.7
Stanaford Elementary School Beckley 1.1 mi 8.2
Beckley Elementary Beckley 1.2 mi 6.7
Stratton Elementary Beckley 2.3 mi 5.7
Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley 1.9 mi 9.2
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 2.1 mi 8.3
Park Middle School Beckley 2.4 mi 6.9
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley 2.7 mi 8.8
Crescent Elementary Beckley 2.6 mi 6.6
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott 3.0 mi 8.5
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 3.2 mi 6.1
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 3.8 mi 5.0
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope 3.9 mi 5.7
VICTORY BAPTIST ACADEMY Beaver 3.8 mi 5.2
Hollywood Elementary Beckley 3.7 mi 5.1
MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley 3.7 mi
Daniels Elementary Daniels 4.8 mi 7.5
Ridgeview Elementary Sophia 7.0 mi 7.4
Coal City Elementary Coal City 7.8 mi 4.1
Independence High School Sophia 7.8 mi 5.3

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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Martinsburg High School Martinsburg, WV 4.2
Oak Hill High Oak Hill, WV 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodrow Wilson High School

What grades does Woodrow Wilson High School serve?

Woodrow Wilson High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Woodrow Wilson High School?

Woodrow Wilson High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,265 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson High School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodrow Wilson High School rank in WV?

Woodrow Wilson High School ranks #546 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Woodrow Wilson High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodrow Wilson High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Woodrow Wilson High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson High School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodrow Wilson High School a charter school?

No, Woodrow Wilson High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodrow Wilson High School a Title I school?

No, Woodrow Wilson High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,265
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Raleigh County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.2%
4-Year Graduation
85.0%

District

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

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