Byron Community School District #226

News & Announcements

Byron Board Hosts Virtual Accent on Excellence

On the evening of January 26, the Byron Board of Education hosted a virtual Accent on Excellence celebration in order to honor district students and staff.  If you would like to see the celebration, you may do so by clicking the "Read More" link.

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Illinois 5Essentials Survey

On behalf of the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois 5Essentials Survey will be administered online by UChicago Impact at the University of Chicago.

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Remote Learning Day Friday February 5

Dear Byron Families, In the interest of safety, the Byron School District will be implementing a Remote Learning Day today, Friday, February 5. Country roads remain dangerous coupled with very low wind chills. Please stay safe and exercise caution when traveling. Sincerely, Buster Barton

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Remote Learning Day, Thursday, February 4

Dear Byron Families: Due to the impending severe weather and hazardous road conditions, the Byron Community Unit School District will be implementing a Remote Learning Day today, Thursday, February 4, 2021. Please stay safe as you travel. Sincerely, Buster Barton, Superintendent

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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.