Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crescent Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Crescent Elementary serves the northeast part of Beckley, WV, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Families typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crescent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crescent Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Crescent Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crescent Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#18 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crescent Elementary School's ranking?
Crescent Elementary School is ranked #18 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Crescent Elementary School often compared to?
Crescent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollywood Elementary School, Mabscott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Crescent Elementary School?
304 students attend Crescent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Crescent Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crescent Elementary School?
Crescent Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crescent Elementary School offer ?
Crescent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crescent Elementary School part of?
Crescent Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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