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Crescent Elementary School

205 Crescent Rd
Beckley, WV 25801
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 292 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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 292 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 5% in WV
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 20%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Crescent Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

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 0.32, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#18 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
75-79%
34%
55-59%
41%
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
9%
4%
White
82%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
292 students attend Crescent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Crescent Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 292 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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