Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stratton 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 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stratton Elementary serves the eastern part of Beckley, WV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stratton Elementary School's student population of 312 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
We are Stratton Strong with Endless "PAWS"abilities.
School Rankings
Stratton 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 Stratton 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
#596 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
41%
4%
White
42%
87%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratton Elementary School's ranking?
Stratton Elementary School is ranked #596 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Stratton Elementary School?
312 students attend Stratton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Stratton Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratton Elementary School?
Stratton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stratton Elementary School offer ?
Stratton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stratton Elementary School part of?
Stratton Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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