Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Preston Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Preston Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Preston Park Elementary School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Preston Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preston Park Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1591 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
60%
20%
Black
14%
21%
White
14%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preston Park Elementary School's ranking?
Preston Park Elementary School is ranked #1591 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Preston Park Elementary School?
535 students attend Preston Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Preston Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preston Park Elementary School?
Preston Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Preston Park Elementary School offer ?
Preston Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Preston Park Elementary School part of?
Preston Park Elementary School is part of Roanoke City School District.
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