Serving 821 students in grades 6-8, William Byrd Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Byrd Middle School's student population of 821 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
821 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing every student, in every school, and in every classroom to be Opportunity Ready.
School Rankings
William Byrd Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Byrd Middle School is 0.38, 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
#586 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
7%
22%
White
78%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Byrd Middle School's ranking?
William Byrd Middle School is ranked #586 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are William Byrd Middle School often compared to?
William Byrd Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave Spring Middle School, Hidden Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend William Byrd Middle School?
821 students attend William Byrd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of William Byrd Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Byrd Middle School?
William Byrd Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Byrd Middle School offer ?
William Byrd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is William Byrd Middle School part of?
William Byrd Middle School is part of Roanoke County School District.
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