Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beckley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beckley Elementary serves the eastern part of Beckley, WV, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beckley Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beckley 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 Beckley Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#604 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
34%
4%
White
48%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beckley Elementary School's ranking?
Beckley Elementary School is ranked #604 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Beckley Elementary School?
260 students attend Beckley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Beckley Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beckley Elementary School?
Beckley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beckley Elementary School offer ?
Beckley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beckley Elementary School part of?
Beckley Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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