Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hollywood Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hollywood Elementary serves the eastern part of Beckley, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being about 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollywood 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
Hollywood Elementary School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hollywood Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollywood Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#6 out of 617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
87%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollywood Elementary School's ranking?
Hollywood Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hollywood Elementary School often compared to?
Hollywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Elementary School, Mabscott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Hollywood Elementary School?
240 students attend Hollywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hollywood Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollywood Elementary School?
Hollywood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hollywood Elementary School offer ?
Hollywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hollywood Elementary School part of?
Hollywood Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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