For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,210 students in 24019, VA (there are 6 private schools, serving 913 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 24019, VA are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 24019, VA are Bonsack Elementary School, Glen Cove Elementary School and Northside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 24019 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 24019, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24019, VA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bonsack Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5437 Crumpacker Dr
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 977-5870
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 977-5870
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Glen Cove Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5901 Cove Rd
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8135
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8135
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Northside High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6758 Northside High School Rd
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8155
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8155
Gr: 9-12 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Northside Middle School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6810 Northside High School Rd
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8145
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8145
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5901 Plantation Circle
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8175
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8175
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Burlington Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6533 Peters Creek Rd
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8165
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 561-8165
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Secondary Transition Educational Program
Alternative School
5937 Cove Road
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 562-3700
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 562-3700
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 24019, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in 24019, VA include Bonsack Elementary School, Glen Cove Elementary School and Northside High School.
How many public schools are located in 24019?
7 public schools are located in 24019.
What percentage of students in 24019 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 24019 are educated in public schools (compared to the VA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 24019?
24019 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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