For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,783 students in 24012, VA (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 24012, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 24012, VA are Monterey Elementary School, Preston Park Elementary School and Breckinridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24012 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24012, VA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24012, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monterey Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4501 Oliver Rd Ne
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2933
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2933
Gr: K-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Preston Park Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3142 Preston Avenue Nw
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2996
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2996
Gr: K-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Breckinridge Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3901 Williamson Rd Nw
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2251
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2251
Gr: 6-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Round Hill Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Oakland Boulevard
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2756
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2756
Gr: PK-5 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1802 Liberty Rd Nw
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2994
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-2994
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Roanoke Valley Juvenile Detention Home
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
498 Coyner Springs Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 561-3858
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 561-3858
Rank: n/an/a
Noel C. Taylor Academy At Oakland
Alternative School
3229 Williamson Road Nw
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-1461
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 853-1461
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24012, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24012, VA include Monterey Elementary School, Preston Park Elementary School and Breckinridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 24012?
7 public schools are located in 24012.
What percentage of students in 24012 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 24012 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24012?
24012 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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