William Byrd High School

2902 Washington Ave
Vinton, VA 24179
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 1,142 students in grades 9-12, William Byrd High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,142 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : 93% (Top 30% in VA)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 77% (Top 20%)
  • : 89% (Top 10%)
  • : 69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

William Byrd High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

William Byrd High School's student population of 1,142 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,142 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
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School Rankings

William Byrd High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Byrd High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#125 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
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(20-21)
77%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of William Byrd High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(20-21)
89%
69%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of William Byrd High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Virginia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
(20-21)
69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
6%
19%
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Black
7%
22%
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White
81%
45%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
5%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.34
This chart displays the diversity score of William Byrd High School and the public school average diversity score of Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
93%
89%
This chart displays graduation rate of William Byrd High School and public school graduation rate of Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
52%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is William Byrd High School's ranking?
William Byrd High School is ranked #125 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are William Byrd High School often compared to?
William Byrd High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside High School, Cave Spring High 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 54% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Byrd High School?
The graduation rate of William Byrd High School is 93%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend William Byrd High School?
1,142 students attend William Byrd High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of William Byrd High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Byrd High School?
William Byrd High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Byrd High School offer ?
William Byrd High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is William Byrd High School part of?
William Byrd High School is part of Roanoke County School District.

School Reviews

5   2/24/2016
William Byrd will give out to its students what they put in. I personally feel that Byrd is a great school to go to, and so long as you're willing to put in the effort to learn and stay out of trouble, the teachers there will help you. They have very a underrated music and cheerleading program, as they bring home most of the trophies. They have an exceptional administrative staff. I participated in their AFJROTC program, the music program, and their archery club, as well as Beta Club. It's a great school and a great community that you can't find really anywhere else. Plus Maroon and Orange look good on anyone and who doesn't love a good Bull Terrier?
- Posted by Student/Alumni - danie
5   12/3/2006
William Byrd High School is one if those schools that you can't really appreciate until after you've gone out into the world. It is a small town public school nestled beside the Blue Ridge Parkway that continues to offer high quality academic coursework for college-bound students, as well as vocational and special education programs. The activities I participated in as a student -- art club, cross country, the school yearbook -- helped form a basis for a variety of interests I pursued in college and in my professional life. The student/teacher ratio was (and remains) very good, and the academic and athletic facilities have always been spacious, clean, and well-maintained.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - doug

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,142 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : 93% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 77% (Top 20%)
  • : 89% (Top 10%)
  • : 69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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