For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,537 students in 24017, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24017, VA are Fairview Elementary School, Roanoke Academy For Mathematics & Science Elementary School and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24017 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24017, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24017, VA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
648 Westwood Blvd Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2978
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2978
Grades: PK-5
| 505 students
Rank: #22.
Roanoke Academy For Mathematics & Science Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1616 Nineteenth Street Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2751
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2751
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1441 Westside Blvd Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2967
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2967
Grades: PK-5
| 640 students
24017, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2730 Melrose Ave Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2923
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2923
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
1601 Ferncliff Ave Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2605
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2605
Grades: 6-8
| 445 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24017, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24017, VA include Fairview Elementary School, Roanoke Academy For Mathematics & Science Elementary School and Westside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24017?
3 public elementary schools are located in 24017.
What is the racial composition of students in 24017?
24017 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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