For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 718 students in 24016, VA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 24016, VA are Highland Park Elementary School and Hurt Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 24016 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 66% statewide average). Pre schools in 24016, VA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschool average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 24016, VA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1212 5th St Sw
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2963
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2963
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Hurt Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1525 Salem Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2986
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-2986
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
24016, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
108 N Jefferson St
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-1495
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 853-1495
Gr: 9-12 | 94 students Minority enrollment: 51%
Red Onion State Prison (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
10800 H. Jack Rose Hwy
Roanoke, VA 24016
(276) 796-7510
Roanoke, VA 24016
(276) 796-7510
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 24016, VA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 24016, VA include Highland Park Elementary School and Hurt Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 24016?
2 public preschools are located in 24016.
What is the racial composition of students in 24016?
24016 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public preschools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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