For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,389 students in 24018, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24018, VA are Penn Forest Elementary School, Back Creek Elementary School and Cave Spring Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24018 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24018, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24018, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Penn Forest Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6328 Merriman Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7590
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7590
Grades: PK-5
| 406 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Back Creek Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7130 Bent Mountain Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7565
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7565
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Cave Spring Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5404 Springlawn Ave
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7558
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7558
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Rank: #44.
Hidden Valley Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4902 Hidden Valley School Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7570
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7570
Grades: 6-8
| 568 students
Rank: #55.
Cave Spring Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4880 Brambleton Ave
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7560
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7560
Grades: 6-8
| 751 students
Rank: #66.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5005 Grandin Rd Extension
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7580
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7580
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #77.
Green Valley Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3838 Overdale Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7556
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7556
Grades: PK-5
| 493 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24018, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24018, VA include Penn Forest Elementary School, Back Creek Elementary School and Cave Spring Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24018?
7 public elementary schools are located in 24018.
What is the racial composition of students in 24018?
24018 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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