For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,142 students in 24179, VA.
The top ranked public high school in 24179, VA is William Byrd High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 24179 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Virginia public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 89% (versus the 81% statewide average). High schools in 24179, VA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24179 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Virginia average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is William Byrd High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24179, VA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Byrd High School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2902 Washington Ave
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 890-3090
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 890-3090
Grades: 9-12
| 1,142 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 high schools in 24179, VA?
The top ranked public high schools in 24179, VA include William Byrd High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24179?
1 public high schools are located in 24179.
What is the racial composition of students in 24179?
24179 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public high schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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