Serving 590 students in grades 6-8, Beckley-stratton Middle 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 19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beckley-stratton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Beckley-stratton Middle School's student population of 590 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Bulldog colors unspecified
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving to be the BEST!
School Rankings
Beckley-stratton Middle 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 Beckley-stratton Middle School is 0.52, 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
#545 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
20%
4%
White
66%
87%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beckley-stratton Middle School's ranking?
Beckley-stratton Middle School is ranked #545 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Beckley-stratton Middle School often compared to?
Beckley-stratton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Beckley-stratton Middle School?
590 students attend Beckley-stratton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Beckley-stratton Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beckley-stratton Middle School?
Beckley-stratton Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beckley-stratton Middle School offer ?
Beckley-stratton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beckley-stratton Middle School part of?
Beckley-stratton Middle School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Best school i have been to and then Mrs. Price left.:( WE MISS HER SOOOOOOOO MUCH!
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