Serving 323 students in grades 3-5, Blacksburg Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blacksburg Elementary serves the northeast part of its school district in Blacksburg, SC, covering an area of approximately 86.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blacksburg Elementary School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
We're Going Places!
School Rankings
Blacksburg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blacksburg Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#757 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
12%
31%
White
77%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blacksburg Elementary School's ranking?
Blacksburg Elementary School is ranked #757 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Blacksburg Elementary School often compared to?
Blacksburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like B. D. Lee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Blacksburg Elementary School?
323 students attend Blacksburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Blacksburg Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blacksburg Elementary School?
Blacksburg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blacksburg Elementary School offer ?
Blacksburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blacksburg Elementary School part of?
Blacksburg Elementary School is part of Cherokee 01 School District.
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