Monterey Elementary vs Preston Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monterey Elementary
Roanoke · Public elementary · Grades K–5
508 students
Preston Park Elementary
Roanoke · Public elementary · Grades K–5
535 students
| Measure | Monterey Elementary Roanoke, Virginia | Preston Park Elementary Roanoke, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #921 of 1,142 | #994 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #16807 of 50,301 | #19382 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 508 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 508 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.6% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 77% |
| city | Roanoke | Roanoke |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monterey Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 58.3).
- •Monterey Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Monterey Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 61%).
- •Preston Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 100.6%).
- •Monterey Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.5).
- •Preston Park Elementary is the larger school with 535 students compared with 508.
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 Monterey Elementary better than Preston Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monterey Elementary ranks higher (62.0 vs 58.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Monterey Elementary and Preston Park Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Roanoke and Roanoke in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monterey Elementary: 508. Preston Park Elementary: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monterey Elementary and Preston Park Elementary rank in Virginia?
Monterey Elementary is 921st of 1,142 and Preston Park Elementary is 994th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).