For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,167 students in 25801, WV (there are 3 private schools, serving 231 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 25801, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in 25801, WV are Hollywood Elementary School, Crescent Elementary School and Stanaford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25801 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 25801, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25801, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
412 Old Mill Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4590
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4590
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
Rank: #22.
Crescent Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
205 Crescent Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4585
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4585
Grades: PK-5
| 292 students
Rank: #33.
Stanaford Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
950 Stanaford Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4626
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4626
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Rank: #44.
Beckley Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4712 Robert C. Byrd Drive
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 250-6570
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 250-6570
Grades: 6-12
| 29 students
Rank: #55.
Park Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
212 Park Ave
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4586
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4586
Grades: 6-8
| 411 students
Rank: #66.
Maxwell Hill Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 Maxwell Hill Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4599
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4599
Grades: PK-5
| 210 students
Rank: #77.
Woodrow Wilson High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Stanaford Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4646
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4646
Grades: 9-12
| 1,265 students
Rank: #88.
Cranberry-prosperity Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4575 Robert C Byrd Dr
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4588
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4588
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
Rank: #99.
Beckley-stratton Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 Grey Flats Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4616
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4616
Grades: 6-8
| 634 students
Rank: #1010.
Stratton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1129 S Fayette St
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4604
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4604
Grades: PK-5
| 328 students
Rank: #1111.
Beckley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
399 Grey Flats Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4620
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4620
Grades: PK-5
| 282 students
Rank: n/an/a
Academy Of Careers And Technology
Vocational School
390 Stanaford Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4615
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4615
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
25801, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 Park Ave
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4620
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4620
Grades: K-5
| 134 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 25801, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 25801, WV include Hollywood Elementary School, Crescent Elementary School and Stanaford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25801?
12 public schools are located in 25801.
What percentage of students in 25801 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 25801 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 25801?
25801 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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