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#83 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 18% of private schools

Roanoke Catholic School

School

621 N JEFFERSON ST, Roanoke, VA 24016

Private

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#83 of 457

In Roanoke

#1 of 8

public schools

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Roanoke Catholic School

7.4/10

School in Roanoke · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Roanoke Catholic School

Roanoke Catholic School is a private school in Roanoke, VA. Roanoke Catholic School serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Roanoke Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.2 pts above VA schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Roanoke Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Roanoke Catholic 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

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How Roanoke Catholic School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Roanoke, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
368
This School
vs
552
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.7% vs 0%
Black 4.3% vs 0%
Asian 4.3% vs 0%
Roanoke Catholic School Roanoke Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Roanoke Catholic School (this school) 7.4
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle 3.3
Lincoln Terrace Elementary 3.4
John P. Fishwick Middle 3.7
Highland Park Elementary 7.7
Fallon Park Elementary 3.8
Morningside Elementary 4.3
Hurt Park Elementary 3.9
Round Hill Elementary 4.0
Roanoke Academy For Mathematics & Science Elementary 5.4
Wasena Elementary 8.2
Breckinridge Middle 3.7
Virginia Heights Elementary 7.3
Crystal Spring Elementary 9.0
Preston Park Elementary 2.6
Fishburn Park Elementary 5.1
James Madison Middle 5.1
Monterey Elementary 4.3
Woodrow Wilson Middle 4.6
Patrick Henry High 6.5
Fairview Elementary 4.4

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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 368
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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)

White 80.4%
Hispanic 8.7%
Black 4.3%
Asian 4.3%
Two or More 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

621 N JEFFERSON ST, Roanoke, VA 24016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roanoke Catholic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Crystal Spring Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wasena Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Highland Park Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Roanoke, see our Roanoke schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Roanoke 0.4 mi 7.2
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle Roanoke 0.7 mi 3.3
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Roanoke 0.7 mi
Lincoln Terrace Elementary Roanoke 0.8 mi 3.4
NEW VISTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Roanoke 0.9 mi
John P. Fishwick Middle Roanoke 1.0 mi 3.7
Highland Park Elementary Roanoke 1.2 mi 7.7
Fallon Park Elementary Roanoke 1.3 mi 3.8
Morningside Elementary Roanoke 1.5 mi 4.3
RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ROANOKE Roanoke 1.6 mi 6.5
Round Hill Elementary Roanoke 1.7 mi 4.0
Hurt Park Elementary Roanoke 1.5 mi 3.9
Roanoke Academy For Mathematics & Science Elementary Roanoke 1.9 mi 5.4
Breckinridge Middle Roanoke 2.2 mi 3.7
Wasena Elementary Roanoke 2.1 mi 8.2
Crystal Spring Elementary Roanoke 2.4 mi 9.0
Preston Park Elementary Roanoke 2.5 mi 2.6
Virginia Heights Elementary Roanoke 2.2 mi 7.3
Monterey Elementary Roanoke 2.8 mi 4.3
Fishburn Park Elementary Roanoke 2.7 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,727

Median Home Value

$118,800

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

9,828

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

18.9%

Poverty Rate

31.7%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roanoke Catholic School

What grades does Roanoke Catholic School serve?

Roanoke Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Roanoke Catholic School?

Roanoke Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roanoke Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roanoke Catholic 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 Roanoke Catholic School rank in VA?

Roanoke Catholic School ranks #83 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Roanoke Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roanoke Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Roanoke Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Roanoke Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Roanoke Catholic School a religious school?

Roanoke Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
368
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Roanoke city

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