Byron CUSD 226

District Overview
Serving the vibrant community of Byron, Illinois, Byron CUSD 226 is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 696 N Colfax Street. The district operates three school facilities that together deliver a complete educational continuum, offering academic programs from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Geographically situated in a fringe town setting within northern Illinois, the district combines the close-knit feel of a smaller community with modern educational infrastructure, serving as a central academic hub for area families looking for a comprehensive public education.

According to recent national educational data, Byron CUSD 226 serves a total student body of 1,461 children, maintaining a steady, well-balanced enrollment across elementary, middle, and high school levels. To support student achievement and well-being, the district maintains an expansive professional workforce that includes nearly 240 full-time equivalent teachers and an overall staffing strength exceeding 530 full-time equivalent employees across instructional and support roles. This robust staffing context highlights the district's commitment to low student-to-staff ratios, strong individualized attention, and a supportive environment for learning and growth.
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Total Schools
1,461
Total Students
239.6
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Byron CUSD 226
Demographic Student Count
White1,248
Hispanic127
Black10
Asian6
Two or More64
American Indian3
  • White
    1,248 (85.6%)
  • Hispanic
    127 (8.7%)
  • Two or More
    64 (4.4%)
  • Black
    10 (0.7%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Byron CUSD 226
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:3
Students:1,461*
Teachers (FTE):239.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in Byron CUSD 226
Found 3 Schools