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#157 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 34% of private schools
North Cross School
School
4254 COLONIAL AVE, Roanoke, VA 24018
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#157 of 457
In Roanoke
#4 of 8
public schools
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North Cross School
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About North Cross School
North Cross School is a private school in Roanoke, VA. North Cross School serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. North Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, North Cross School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
North Cross School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow North Cross School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Roanoke, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Cross School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Green Valley Elementary | 7.0 |
| Cave Spring High | 7.8 |
| Cave Spring Middle | 8.2 |
| Cave Spring Elementary | 7.4 |
| Hidden Valley High | 8.2 |
| Penn Forest Elementary | 8.4 |
| Grandin Court Elementary | 9.4 |
| James Madison Middle | 5.1 |
| Fishburn Park Elementary | 5.1 |
| Patrick Henry High | 6.5 |
| Oak Grove Elementary | 7.3 |
| Hidden Valley Middle | 8.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle | 4.6 |
| Wasena Elementary | 8.2 |
| Crystal Spring Elementary | 9.0 |
| Virginia Heights Elementary | 7.3 |
| Clearbrook Elementary | 6.4 |
| Highland Park Elementary | 7.7 |
| Garden City Elementary | 6.7 |
| Hurt Park Elementary | 3.9 |
Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Roanoke
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4254 COLONIAL AVE, Roanoke, VA 24018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Cross School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Grandin Court Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crystal Spring Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Penn Forest Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roanoke, see our Roanoke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cave Spring High Roanoke | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Green Valley Elementary Roanoke | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Cave Spring Elementary Roanoke | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Cave Spring Middle Roanoke | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Penn Forest Elementary Roanoke | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Hidden Valley High Roanoke | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Grandin Court Elementary Roanoke | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Patrick Henry High Roanoke | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| James Madison Middle Roanoke | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Fishburn Park Elementary Roanoke | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Roanoke | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle Roanoke | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Hidden Valley Middle Roanoke | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Wasena Elementary Roanoke | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Virginia Heights Elementary Roanoke | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Crystal Spring Elementary Roanoke | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Clearbrook Elementary Roanoke | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ROANOKE Roanoke | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| East Salem Elementary Salem | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairview Elementary Roanoke | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,383
Median Home Value
$327,600
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
38,835
College Educated
53.1%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| STONEBRIDGE SCHOOL Chesapeake, VA | 6.6 |
| FREDERICKSBURG ACADEMY Fredericksburg, VA | 7.1 |
| NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk, VA | 7.1 |
| HIGHLAND SCHOOL Warrenton, VA | 6.4 |
| NORFOLK CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Norfolk, VA | 6.2 |
| RICHMOND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesterfield, VA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Cross School
What grades does North Cross School serve?
North Cross School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend North Cross School?
North Cross School has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Cross School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Cross School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does North Cross School rank in VA?
North Cross School ranks #157 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is North Cross School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Cross School a private school?
Yes, North Cross School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is North Cross School a religious school?
No, North Cross School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Roanoke County
- Phone
- (540) 989-6641
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