For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 821 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle school average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24179, VA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
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 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Virginia public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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