Founded in 1975 and accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, The Achievement Center is a private day school offering a highly structured program for students with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder.
Classes have a 5:1 student/teacher ratio. The Achievement Center offers a full time day school program for students in kindergarten through ninth grade as well as a summer program and tutoring program.
The Achievement Center is dedicated to teaching children with specific learning disabilities.
The school creates an environment where children develop necessary skills to achieve success.
To provide individualized instruction to children with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder in a loving and nurturing environment.
The Achievement Center is a day school offering a highly structured program for students with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder.
The purpose of The Achievement Center is to provide each student with individual learning experiences aimed at promoting his/her growth and development.
Staff members firmly believe that each student must be offered a variety of experiences based upon his/her need and capability.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Blue Ridge Autism & Achievement Center?
The application deadline for Blue Ridge Autism & Achievement Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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775 Dent Rd
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(540) 265-4281
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 265-4281
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Gr: K-11 | 52 students Avg. class size: 8 students
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Community School ![Community School Photo - Nestled on a seven-plus acre campus, Community School is a small, secular, independent school serving students ages three through fourteen.]( "Community School Photo - Nestled on a seven-plus acre campus, Community School is a small, secular, independent school serving students ages three through fourteen.")
Alternative School
7815 Williamson Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 563-5036
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 563-5036
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 157 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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.]( "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.")
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(540) 982-3532
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(540) 982-3532
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
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(Assembly of God)
7422 Deer Branch Rd
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 563-5140
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 563-5140
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Gr: PK-5 | 173 students Avg. class size: 8 students
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(Baptist)
6520 Williamson Rd
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 366-2432
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 366-2432
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Gr: PK-12 | 455 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Community School ![Community School Photo - Nestled on a seven-plus acre campus, Community School is a small, secular, independent school serving students ages three through fourteen.]( "Community School Photo - Nestled on a seven-plus acre campus, Community School is a small, secular, independent school serving students ages three through fourteen.")
Alternative School
7815 Williamson Rd.
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 563-5036
Roanoke, VA 24019
(540) 563-5036
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 157 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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.]( "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)
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Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 982-3532
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 982-3532
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 327 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Montessori School
101 Corporate Blvd
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-1523
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-1523
5.1 miles
Gr: K | 15 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
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Shawsville, VA 24162
(540) 268-2262
Shawsville, VA 24162
(540) 268-2262
9068 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 193 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4580 Eastern Montgomery Ln.
Elliston, VA 24087
(540) 268-1147
Elliston, VA 24087
(540) 268-1147
9068.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
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Elliston, VA 24087
(540) 268-3010
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(Reading: 90-94%)
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94% )
Rank:
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94% )
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
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Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6536
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6536
9071.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 620 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4555 Malus Dr
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6322
Salem, VA 24153
(540) 387-6322
9071.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 433 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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