Hollywood Elementary vs Ridgeview Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hollywood Elementary
Beckley · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
240 students
Ridgeview Elementary
Sophia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
| Measure | Hollywood Elementary Beckley, West Virginia | Ridgeview Elementary Sophia, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #42 of 390 | #201 of 390 |
| National rank | #9786 of 50,301 | #24777 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 240 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 240 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 49% |
| city | Beckley | Sophia |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hollywood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.2 vs 50.6).
- •Hollywood Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 49%).
- •Hollywood Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.1).
- •Ridgeview Elementary is the larger school with 453 students compared with 240.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hollywood Elementary better than Ridgeview Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hollywood Elementary ranks higher (72.2 vs 50.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hollywood Elementary and Ridgeview Elementary?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Beckley and Sophia in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hollywood Elementary: 240. Ridgeview Elementary: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hollywood Elementary and Ridgeview Elementary rank in West Virginia?
Hollywood Elementary is 42nd of 390 and Ridgeview Elementary is 201st of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).