Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mason's Cove Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mason's Cove Elementary serves the northwest part of Salem, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 72 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mason's Cove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mason's Cove Elementary School's student population of 204 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mason's Cove Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mason's Cove Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#488 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
88%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mason's Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Mason's Cove Elementary School is ranked #488 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mason's Cove Elementary School?
204 students attend Mason's Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mason's Cove Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mason's Cove Elementary School?
Mason's Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mason's Cove Elementary School offer ?
Mason's Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Mason's Cove Elementary School part of?
Mason's Cove Elementary School is part of Roanoke County School District.
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