For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,909 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 66% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24017, VA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24017 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is William Fleming High School, with 75% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24017, VA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Fleming High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3649 Ferncliff Ave Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2781
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2781
Grades: 9-12
| 1,909 students
24017, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
1601 Ferncliff Ave Nw
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2605
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 853-2605
Grades: 6-8
| 445 students
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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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