Suncrest Elementary School Overview &amp; Key Information (2026 List)

About Suncrest Elementary School

Suncrest Elementary School is a public school in Morgantown, West Virginia, for kids in grades PK–5. The school has about 550 to 600 students and about 15 teachers for every 1 student. This makes for a supportive classroom environment. The academic program at Suncrest Elementary School is well-rounded and focuses on reading, writing, math, and science through hands-on activities. It also uses technology in every grade. The students are not too diverse; about one-third of them are minorities. According to U.S. News data, the school does better than the state average in both Math and English Language Arts proficiency. This means that academic outcomes are stable. The amount of money spent on each student is usually in line with the district levels. This money goes toward things like teaching materials, enrichment activities, and student services. People in Morgantown know the area around it well, and home prices are stable. The community is also very involved with the schools in the area. Suncrest Elementary School is known for its consistent academic performance, structured learning environment, and well-rounded student support. This makes it a good choice for families who want a good elementary school.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 61%

Reading 54%

State average proficiency is 61% in Math and 54% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

14 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

546

Total Students

$63879

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 80.04%

Asian 4.58%

Hispanic 2.93%

Black 6.96%

Two+ Races 4.95%

Native Am. 0%

White

80.04%

Asian

4.58%

Hispanic

2.93%

Black

6.96%

Two+ Races

4.95%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 546

48.9%

267 Female

51.1%

279 Male

Student Population

546 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

364 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Suncrest Elementary School Contact Information

Address

3647 Collins Ferry Rd, Morgantown, WV, 26505

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Phone

(304) 291-9347

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Website

ses.mono.k12.wv.us

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7-8 AM and 3:30-6 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Suncrest Elementary School held its first “Purple Up” ceremony in mid-2025 to honor children and families of military members. The event was part of the Purple Star Awards program recognizing schools that support military-connected students. Families and staff gathered to celebrate the occasion.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of things do students at Suncrest Elementary School do when they aren't in class?

Ans. The school usually has activities like art clubs, music programs, STEM groups, and after-school enrichment sessions. These depend on the staff and the school's schedule for the year.

Q2. Does Suncrest Elementary School provide transportation for students?

Answer: Yes, the district's bus system includes the school, and the routes are based on where the students live.

Q3. Is there any help for students with special needs at Suncrest Elementary School?

Answer: The school has special education teachers, intervention specialists, and district resources that can help students who qualify.

Q4: What does the school do to let parents know about events and how their kids are doing in school?

Ans. Suncrest Elementary keeps families informed through newsletters, parent portals, email updates, and planned meetings.

Q5. Does the school have programs for counseling or help with social and emotional issues?

Ans. Yes, as part of the school curriculum, students can talk to a school counselor and do social-emotional learning activities that are right for their age.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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