Serving 853 students in grades 6-8, Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 853 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle serves the southeast part of Winchester, VA, covering an area of approximately 32.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School's student population of 853 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
853 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
An innovative community where caring relationships and authentic learning inspire all students.
School Rankings
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1308 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School's ranking?
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School is ranked #1308 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School often compared to?
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert E. Aylor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School?
853 students attend Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School?
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School offer ?
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School part of?
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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