8.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Troutville, Virginia

3 schools · 3 Elementary

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.5/10

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Elementary · Botetourt County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Troutville for 2026 are Colonial Elementary (9.1/10), Troutville Elementary (9.0/10), and Greenfield Elementary (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Top-Rated Schools in Troutville

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Colonial Elementary	9.1 / 10	Elementary	—	98th
2	Troutville Elementary	9.0 / 10	Elementary	—	97th
3	Greenfield Elementary	7.3 / 10	Elementary	—	68th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.5/10
Median household income: $81,931
Median home value: $274,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 28%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 85%

How Troutville compares

Virginia rank

#6 of 182

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+2.2

above Virginia avg (6.2)

Median household income

$82k

93% of Virginia median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Troutville, Virginia

Troutville, Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 8.5 out of 10, schools in Troutville perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Troutville is Colonial Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Troutville is served by 1 school district: Botetourt County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,488 students.

Troutville's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,931. The poverty rate in the area is 4.0%.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Colonial Elementary 461 students · Pre-K–5th	461	Pre-K–5th	9.1
2	Troutville Elementary 258 students · Pre-K–5th	258	Pre-K–5th	9.0
3	Greenfield Elementary 435 students · Pre-K–5th	435	Pre-K–5th	7.3

Schools in Troutville

Troutville, Virginia · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$81,931

Median Home Value

$274,300

Median Rent

$947/mo

Population

8,054

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

4.0%

Community Profile

Troutville has a median household income of $81,931. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $274,300, with a median rent of $947/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Virginia
Elementary: 3

Resources

🔍 Google "Troutville schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Troutville 📊 Niche Troutville Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Botetourt County Public Schools

12 schools · 4,488 students

Nearby Cities

Daleville (1 school)

2 mi

Cloverdale (2 schools)

4 mi

Fincastle (2 schools)

New Castle (2 schools)

Eagle Rock (1 school)

17 mi

Moneta (4 schools)

20 mi

Boones Mill (1 school)

22 mi

Wirtz (2 schools)

23 mi

Other Major Cities in Virginia

Top metros statewide by school count.

Richmond 138 schools Virginia Beach 115 schools Alexandria 87 schools Norfolk 71 schools Chesapeake 65 schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Troutville, Virginia

How many schools are in Troutville, Virginia?

Troutville has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Troutville, Virginia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Troutville is 8.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Troutville, Virginia?

The top-ranked school in Troutville on MySchoolScout is Colonial Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Troutville, Virginia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Troutville on MySchoolScout is Colonial Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.

How many school districts serve Troutville, Virginia?

Troutville is served by 1 school district: Botetourt County Public Schools.

What is the education level in Troutville, Virginia?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Troutville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Troutville, Virginia?

The median household income in Troutville is approximately $81,931 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Troutville, Virginia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Troutville is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Troutville, Virginia?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.