Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilbert Linkous Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilbert Linkous Elementary serves the northern part of Blacksburg, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 8.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Linkous Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#381 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lizard
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Linkous Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Gilbert Linkous Elementary School often compared to?
Gilbert Linkous Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipps Elementary School, Harding Avenue Elementary School, Margaret Beeks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Linkous Elementary School?
292 students attend Gilbert Linkous Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gilbert Linkous Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Linkous Elementary School?
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert Linkous Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Gilbert Linkous Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Gilbert Linkous Elementary School located?
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School is located in the Kabrich Crescent neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA.
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