Serving 1,318 students in grades 9-12, Blacksburg High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blacksburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blacksburg High School's student population of 1,318 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blacksburg High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blacksburg High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#76 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
4%
22%
White
77%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blacksburg High School's ranking?
Blacksburg High School is ranked #76 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Blacksburg High School often compared to?
Blacksburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christiansburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blacksburg High School?
The graduation rate of Blacksburg High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Blacksburg High School?
1,318 students attend Blacksburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Blacksburg High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blacksburg High School?
Blacksburg High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blacksburg High School offer ?
Blacksburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Blacksburg High School part of?
Blacksburg High School is part of Montgomery Co PBLC Schs School District.
In what neighborhood is Blacksburg High School located?
Blacksburg High School is located in the Hethwood Prices Fork neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hethwood Prices Fork.
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