For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,167 students in 25801, WV (there are , 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 38% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), 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 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Crescent Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
205 Crescent Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4585
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4585
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Stanaford Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
950 Stanaford Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4626
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4626
Gr: PK-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Park Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
212 Park Ave
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4586
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4586
Gr: 6-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Maxwell Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #77.
Woodrow Wilson High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Stanaford Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4646
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4646
Gr: 9-12 | 1,265 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #88.
Cranberry-prosperity Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4575 Robert C Byrd Dr
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4588
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4588
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #99.
Beckley-stratton Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 Grey Flats Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4616
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4616
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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
Gr: 8-12
25801, West Virginia 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 Park Ave
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4620
Beckley, WV 25801
(304) 256-4620
Gr: K-5 | 134 students Minority enrollment: 75%
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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