Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Penn Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Penn Forest Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Penn Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn Forest Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
70%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Penn Forest Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Penn Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Penn Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave Spring Elementary School, Green Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Penn Forest Elementary School?
406 students attend Penn Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Penn Forest Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn Forest Elementary School?
Penn Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Penn Forest Elementary School offer ?
Penn Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Penn Forest Elementary School part of?
Penn Forest Elementary School is part of Roanoke County School District.
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