Summary:
Zip code 24083 is home to exactly one high school: Lord Botetourt High, located in Daleville, Virginia, serving grades 9-12 with 963 students as part of the top-ranked Botetourt County Public Schools district, which ranks 7th out of 131 districts statewide (95th percentile, 5 stars).
As the only high school in the area, Lord Botetourt High is the standout institution by default. It boasts a 95.0% graduation rate, nearly matching the district's 95.4% and well above the state's 92.3%. The dropout rate of 2.6% is roughly half the state average of 5.0%, and chronic absenteeism at 10.9% is well below the state's 14.8% rate. The school has a relatively low-poverty student population, with 28.76% qualifying for free/reduced lunch, and spends $9,372 per student with a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. However, its statewide rank has slipped from 70th (79th percentile) in 2023-2024 to 95th (71st percentile) in 2025-2026, even though it remains a 4-star school.
Academically, the school excels in math, with Geometry proficiency at 93.33% and Algebra I at 88.99%, both well above state averages. Reading proficiency for 11th graders remains consistently strong at roughly 91-92%. Notable concerns include 10th-grade Biology proficiency lagging at roughly 72-73%, and VA and US History proficiency at just 40% (2024-2025), the only subject below 50%. Earth Science showed a dramatic jump from 53.33% to 68.75% year-over-year. While the school's absolute scores remain solid, its declining relative rank suggests other Virginia schools are improving faster. Overall, Lord Botetourt High delivers strong results at a reasonable cost, making it a solid choice for families in the 24083 zip code.
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