For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,054 students in 24018, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 24018, VA are Penn Forest Elementary School, Cave Spring Elementary School and Back Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24018 have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 71%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in 24018, VA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24018, VA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn Forest Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6328 Merriman Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7590
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7590
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Cave Spring Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5404 Springlawn Ave
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7558
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7558
Gr: PK-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Back Creek Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7130 Bent Mountain Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7565
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7565
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5005 Grandin Rd Extension
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7580
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7580
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Green Valley Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3838 Overdale Rd
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7556
Roanoke, VA 24018
(540) 772-7556
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 24018, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 24018, VA include Penn Forest Elementary School, Cave Spring Elementary School and Back Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24018?
5 public preschools are located in 24018.
What is the racial composition of students in 24018?
24018 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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