Moonpreneur Icon

Highland Park Elementary School

1212 5TH ST SW ROANOKE VA 24016

Top 25% School in Virginia

Ranked 131 of 232 in Virginia

See top schools in Roanoke

Highland Park Elementary School

1212 5TH ST SW ROANOKE VA 24016

Top 25% School in Virginia

Ranked 131 of 232 in Virginia

See top schools in Roanoke

About Highland Park Elementary School

Highland Park Elementary School, located in Roanoke, Virginia, is committed to creating a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment for children to flourish academically and personally. The school's focus on communication, responsibility, and goal-setting fosters skills that are transferable beyond the classroom. Faculty at Highland Park has been recognized for their skills, including educators and principals winning district-level awards for excellence in the field of teaching and leadership. Programs, such as "Hawk of the Week," showcase students for their positive character traits, while PTA involvement through volunteering enriches the work being done to build stronger connections in the community. With a focus on student success in a well-rounded environment, Highland Park is a top elementary school in Virginia.

Highland Park Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1212 5TH ST SW ROANOKE VA 24016

View on Map

Phone

(540) 853-2963

Call Now

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 53%
Reading 53%
State average proficiency is 53% in Math and 53% in Reading.
31
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
384
Total Students
$55494
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 131 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Highland Park Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

Read More

Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

Read More

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:15 AM - 2:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 46.2%
Asian 1.8%
Hispanic 9.5%
Black 32.2%
Two+ Races 10.3%
Native Am. 0%
White
46.2%
Asian
1.8%
Hispanic
9.5%
Black
32.2%
Two+ Races
10.3%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 384
49%
188 Female
51%
196 Male

Student Population

384 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

373 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Map

Latest News

NA

FAQ

Q1: Are there after-school programs at Highland Park Elementary?

A1: Yes! The After School for Kids (ASK) program at Highland Park Elementary provides enriching activities for students in grades K-5.


Q2: What kinds of extracurricular activities are available at Highland Park Elementary?

A2: Yes, you can contact the school directly for more information.


Q3: How does Highland Park Elementary support students with special needs?

A3: Highland Park Elementary is dedicated to supporting all students, including students with special needs. You would need to contact the school directly to get more information about specific programs and supports.


Q4: Are there opportunities for parental involvement at Highland Park Elementary?

A4: Yes, Highland Park Elementary encourages parental involvement through various activities. Parents can contact the school for more information on those opportunities.


Q5: What safety procedures and measures are utilized at Highland Park Elementary?

A5: Highland Park Elementary utilizes various safety procedures to ensure the safety of students. More information can be obtained by contacting the school directly.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

Free Robotics and Stem In-person Workshop in Your Neighbourhood for 7-14 Years Tech Enthusiasts.

Local kids are transforming ideas into real-world.

See the projects happening right in your neighborhood

What Parents Say

Highland Park Elementary School

If you’re a parent, please share the highlights of your experience with Highland Park Elementary School

terms and conditions
Feedback

DISCLAIMER

The information provided about schools is for general reference only and may not be 100% accurate or up to date. We recommend contacting the respective school directly to confirm the latest details and ensure accuracy.