Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beale Elementary School serves the southwest part of the Gallipolis Ferry, WV area, covering approximately 112.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 15.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beale Elementary School's student population of 218 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.
School Rankings
Beale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beale Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
1%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
87%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beale Elementary School's ranking?
Beale Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Beale Elementary School often compared to?
Beale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pt. Pleasant Primary, Leon Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Beale Elementary School?
218 students attend Beale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Beale Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beale Elementary School?
Beale Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beale Elementary School offer ?
Beale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beale Elementary School part of?
Beale Elementary School is part of Mason County Schools.
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