Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenvar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenvar Elementary School's student population of 372 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing every student, in every school, and in every classroom to be Opportunity Ready.
School Rankings
Glenvar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenvar Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#720 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
87%
44%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenvar Elementary School's ranking?
Glenvar Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glenvar Elementary School often compared to?
Glenvar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Lewis Elementary School, Glenvar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glenvar Elementary School?
372 students attend Glenvar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Glenvar Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenvar Elementary School?
Glenvar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenvar Elementary School offer ?
Glenvar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Glenvar Elementary School part of?
Glenvar Elementary School is part of Roanoke County School District.
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