For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 802 students in 24179, VA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 24179, VA is William Byrd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 24179 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24179, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24179, VA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Byrd Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2910 Washington Ave
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 890-1035
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 890-1035
Gr: 6-8 | 802 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
24179, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
R.e. Cook Regional Alternative (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
412 Poplar St.
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5099
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5099
Roanoke County Central Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2910 Washington Va
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 562-3900
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 562-3900
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24179, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24179, VA include William Byrd Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24179?
1 public middle schools are located in 24179.
What is the racial composition of students in 24179?
24179 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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