For the 2025-26 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, Herman L. Horn Elementary School and W.e. Cundiff 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 76% (versus the Virginia public elementary school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 67% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24179, VA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 (2025-26)
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%
Rank: #22.
Herman L. Horn Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1002 Ruddell Rd
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5007
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5007
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
W.e. Cundiff Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Hardy Rd
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5009
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 857-5009
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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 elementary schools in 24179, VA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 24179, VA include William Byrd Middle School, Herman L. Horn Elementary School and W.e. Cundiff 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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