Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.
Roanoke City Public Schools serves around 9,657 elementary students in 22 schools during 2024–25, with a student–teacher ratio of ~13:1 and 68–70% minority enrollment, notably higher than state norms. Districtwide SOL proficiency averages ˜55% reading (vs. 67% statewide) and ˜36% math (vs. 53%)—placing Roanoke in Virginia’s lower half of districts. Yet Niche data shows slightly higher combined proficiency: 58% reading, 40% math.
Addressing academic gaps, Roanoke has expanded structured literacy programs, phonics-focused early interventions, and targeted math supports. Schools like Roanoke Academy for Mathematics & Science Elementary have seen recovery gains from 31% to over 50% proficiency in both subjects post-pandemic. Recognized as Virginia’s most diverse district, Roanoke City emphasizes growth-based assessment, special education support, and community-driven strategies to advance equitable elementary learning outcomes. Roanoke has the best elemetary schools in Virginia.
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