For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,957 students in 24017, VA.
The top-ranked public high school in 24017, VA is William Fleming High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 24017 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24017, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24017 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is William Fleming High School, with 74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24017, VA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Fleming High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3649 Ferncliff Ave Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2781
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2781
Gr: 9-12 | 1,957 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
24017, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Forest Park Magnet Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Magnet School
2730 Melrose Ave Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2923
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2923
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
1601 Ferncliff Ave Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2605
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2605
Gr: 6-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 24017, VA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 24017, VA include William Fleming High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24017?
1 public high schools are located in 24017.
What is the racial composition of students in 24017?
24017 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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