Byron Community School District #226

News & Announcements

Last Day of School May 28th!

Mary Morgan dismisses at 11:00 a.m. Byron Middle School dismisses at 12:00 p.m. Byron High School dismisses at 11:15 a.m. Have a GREAT summer!

Lawn Service

Public Notice Illinois law (Lawn Care Products Application and Notification Act) requires all school districts to notify students and staff when lawn care chemicals are being used in or around school facilities.

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District Food Pantry Recognizes the Byron PTA

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Accent on Excellence June 14, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

The Byron CUSD 226 Board of Education believes in recognizing school stakeholders who exhibit extraordinary effort and achievement.

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Calendar of Events

Facts & Numbers

• District Finances Per pupil spending is $9,462 for instructional expenses and $17,529 for operational expenses.
• Sizing It Up The district average class size is 18 students compared to the states average of 21.
• Health & Wellness Byron students average 5 days of PE per week compared to the states average of 4 days per week.
• Enrollment Total district enrollment for PK-12 is 1,482.
• Student Attendance The average daily attendance across the district is 95%.
• Extraordinary Faculty Total full time teachers in the district is 110 of which 39.2% have a Bachelor’s degree and 59.9% have a Master’s degree or higher.
• Future Prospects Within 12 months of graduating, 64% of seniors enroll in a 2 or 4 year college.
• Exceptional Services We are a “stand alone” district meaning we house all 27 of our special need services personnel within our district. Currently 16% of our student population qualify for special services.