Community High School Photo - Community High School was founded in 2002 with a commitment to seminar-style (discussion-based) classes and progressive education. Our rigorous and diverse curriculum taught by a highly qualified faculty of scholars and artists prepares students to succeed at the college level.

Best Roanoke City Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 746 students in Roanoke City, VA (there are 32 public schools, serving 14,171 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in Roanoke City, VA are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in Roanoke City, VA include Roanoke Catholic School and Community High School.
71% of private schools in Roanoke City, VA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top Ranked Roanoke City Private Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Community High School
Community High School Photo - Community High School was founded in 2002 with a commitment to seminar-style (discussion-based) classes and progressive education. Our rigorous and diverse curriculum taught by a highly qualified faculty of scholars and artists prepares students to succeed at the college level.
Special Program Emphasis
302 Campbell Ave Se
Roanoke, VA 24013
(540) 345-1688
Grades: 9-12
| 63 students
Roanoke Catholic School
Roanoke Catholic School Photo - Our Early Childhood Program (ages 3-5) is dedicated to the physical, social, and emotional development of the young child in a nurturing Christian environment. Each school day is planned with age-appropriate activities to enhance socialization skills, personal independence, and physical development in a comfortable, happy, play-oriented setting. Indoor and outdoor play are part of each day.
(Catholic)
621 N. Jefferson St
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 982-3532
Grades: PK-12
| 330 students
Bent Mountain Christian Academy
(Christian)
2226 Colonial Ave Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 494-8356
Grades: K-12
| 19 students
Calvary Christian Academy
(Mennonite)
3839 Shenandoah Ave NW
Roanoke, VA 24017
(540) 867-9848
Grades: K-12
| 127 students
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
515 3rd St Sw
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 224-3360
Grades: PK-K
| 104 students
New Vista Montessori School
Montessori School
541 Luck Ave., #110
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 342-1173
Grades: PK-K
| 95 students
Roanoke Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
4120 Challenger Ave
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 798-6061
Grades: 1-7
| 8 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Roanoke City, Virginia

Roanoke City Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Church Court Day Nursery And K (Closed 2017)
Daycare / Preschool (Church of God)
5125 Hildebrand Rd. Nw
Roanoke, VA 24012
(540) 362-5300
Grades: PK-K
| 94 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Roanoke City, VA?
The top ranked private schools in Roanoke City, VA include Roanoke Catholic School and Community High School.
How many private schools are located in Roanoke City?
7 private schools are located in Roanoke City.
How diverse are private schools in Roanoke City?
Roanoke City private schools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Virginia private school average of 30%.
What percentage of students in Roanoke City go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in Roanoke City are educated in private schools (compared to the VA state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Roanoke City?
71% of private schools in Roanoke City are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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