Serving 363 students in grades 6-8, Blacksburg Middle 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 23% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blacksburg Middle serves the northeast part of its school district in Blacksburg, SC, covering an attendance area of approximately 86.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blacksburg Middle School's student population of 363 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Blacksburg Middle 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 Middle School is 0.38, 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
#921 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
10%
31%
White
78%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blacksburg Middle School's ranking?
Blacksburg Middle School is ranked #921 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Blacksburg Middle School?
363 students attend Blacksburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Blacksburg Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blacksburg Middle School?
Blacksburg Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blacksburg Middle School offer ?
Blacksburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blacksburg Middle School part of?
Blacksburg Middle School is part of Cherokee 01 School District.
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