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Virginia Heights Elementary School

1210 Amherst Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Virginia Heights 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Virginia Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Virginia Heights Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905

School Rankings

Virginia Heights 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 Virginia Heights Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1190 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
65-69%
68%
(20-21)
55-59%
69%
(20-21)
50-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
18%
22%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Virginia Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Virginia Heights Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Virginia Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Virginia Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandin Court Elementary School, Hurt Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Virginia Heights Elementary School?
259 students attend Virginia Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Virginia Heights Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia Heights Elementary School?
Virginia Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Virginia Heights Elementary School offer ?
Virginia Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Virginia Heights Elementary School part of?
Virginia Heights Elementary School is part of Roanoke City 51爆料s.
In what neighborhood is Virginia Heights Elementary School located?
Virginia Heights Elementary School is located in the Grandin Village neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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