For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,223 students in 24016, VA (there are 3 private schools, serving 545 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 24016, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 24016, VA are Highland Park Elementary School, Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School and Hurt Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24016 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24016, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24016, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1212 5th St Sw
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2963
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2963
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1220 5th Street Nw
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2681
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2681
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Hurt Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1525 Salem Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2986
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2986
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24016, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24016, VA include Highland Park Elementary School, Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School and Hurt Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24016?
3 public schools are located in 24016.
What percentage of students in 24016 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 24016 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24016?
24016 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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