For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,383 students in 24015, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24015, VA are Grandin Court Elementary School, Wasena Elementary School and Fishburn Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24015 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24015, VA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24015, VA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grandin Court Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2815 Spessard Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2867
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2867
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #22.
Wasena Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1125 Sherwood Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2914
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2914
Grades: PK-5
| 233 students
Rank: #33.
Fishburn Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3057 Colonial Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2931
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2931
Grades: PK-5
| 292 students
Rank: #44.
James Madison Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1160 Overland Rd Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2351
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2351
Grades: 6-8
| 580 students
Rank: #55.
Virginia Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1210 Amherst Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2937
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2937
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Rank: #66.
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1813 Carter Rd Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2358
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2358
Grades: 6-8
| 642 students
24015, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2202 Grandin Rd Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2655
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2655
Grades: PK-5
| 366 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24015, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24015, VA include Grandin Court Elementary School, Wasena Elementary School and Fishburn Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24015?
6 public elementary schools are located in 24015.
What is the racial composition of students in 24015?
24015 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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