For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,742 students in 24179, VA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24179, VA are William Byrd Middle School, W.e. Cundiff Elementary School and Herman L. Horn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24179 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24179, VA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24179, VA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Byrd Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2910 Washington Ave
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 890-1035
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 890-1035
Grades: 6-8
| 821 students
Rank: #22.
W.e. Cundiff Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Hardy Rd
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5009
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5009
Grades: PK-5
| 496 students
Rank: #33.
Herman L. Horn Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1002 Ruddell Rd
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5007
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5007
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
24179, Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
R.e. Cook Regional Alternative (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
412 Poplar St.
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5099
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5099
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Roanoke County Central Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2910 Washington Va
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 562-3900
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 562-3900
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24179, VA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24179, VA include William Byrd Middle School, W.e. Cundiff Elementary School and Herman L. Horn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24179?
3 public elementary schools are located in 24179.
What is the racial composition of students in 24179?
24179 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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