Serving 157 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roanoke Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West 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 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roanoke Elementary School serves the southern part of Walkersville, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 186.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roanoke Elementary School's student population of 157 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
157 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roanoke Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roanoke Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roanoke Elementary School's ranking?
Roanoke Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Roanoke Elementary School often compared to?
Roanoke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peterson-central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Roanoke Elementary School?
157 students attend Roanoke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Roanoke Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roanoke Elementary School?
Roanoke Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roanoke Elementary School offer ?
Roanoke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roanoke Elementary School part of?
Roanoke Elementary School is part of Lewis County Schools.
School Reviews
5 8/28/2026
Roanoke Elementary goes above and beyond for their students and families. The CIS is amazing. The teachers care and are willing to help in any way they can. This little school goes all out at the beginning of the year to make us all feel welcome. They offer fun times for kids like carnivals, parties, other treats and rewards.
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