Wasena Elementary School

1125 Sherwood Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wasena Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 252 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wasena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Wasena Elementary School's student population of 252 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

School Rankings

Wasena Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wasena Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#912 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
60-64%
54%
(20-21)
60-64%
69%
(20-21)
60-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
25%
22%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wasena Elementary School's ranking?
Wasena Elementary School is ranked #912 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Wasena Elementary School?
252 students attend Wasena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wasena Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wasena Elementary School?
Wasena Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wasena Elementary School offer ?
Wasena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wasena Elementary School part of?
Wasena Elementary School is part of Roanoke City School District.

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5   11/24/2023
Great school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Zoey Stclair

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 252 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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