Highland Park Elementary vs Virginia Heights Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Park Elementary
Roanoke · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
362 students
Virginia Heights Elementary
Roanoke · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
245 students
| Measure | Highland Park Elementary Roanoke, Virginia | Virginia Heights Elementary Roanoke, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #703 of 1,142 | #687 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #12139 of 50,301 | #11904 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 362 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.7% | 102.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 87% |
| city | Roanoke | Roanoke |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.8 vs 69.2).
- •Highland Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (101.7% vs 102.4%).
- •Virginia Heights Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.1).
- •Highland Park Elementary is the larger school with 362 students compared with 245.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Highland Park Elementary better than Virginia Heights Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Highland Park Elementary and Virginia Heights Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Roanoke and Roanoke in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Park Elementary: 362. Virginia Heights Elementary: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Park Elementary and Virginia Heights Elementary rank in Virginia?
Highland Park Elementary is 703rd of 1,142 and Virginia Heights Elementary is 687th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).