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Very Good

#654 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 35% in state

Blacksburg Middle

Middle School · Montgomery County Public Schools

3109 Price's Fork Rd., Blacksburg, VA 24060

Enrollment

987

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#654 of 1,851

In Blacksburg

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#8 of 19

Montgomery County Public Schools

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Blacksburg Middle

7.2/10

Middle School in Blacksburg · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Blacksburg High

8.3/10

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8.4/10

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About Blacksburg Middle

Blacksburg Middle is a public middle school in Blacksburg, VA, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Blacksburg Middle serves approximately 987 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Blacksburg Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #654 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Blacksburg Middle show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • VA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)83% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,114
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Blacksburg Middle — Students at Blacksburg Middle score 83% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
66.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 85.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.8% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
87%
2017
ELA
86%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
76.3%
ELA
82.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Blacksburg Middle Compares

See how Blacksburg Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
65th percentile in VA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3109 Price's Fork Rd., Blacksburg, VA 24060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blacksburg Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BELLE HETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Radford), a more accessible option. Additionally, Christiansburg Middle (rated 5.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Christiansburg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Blacksburg, see our Blacksburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Blacksburg High Blacksburg 0.3 mi 8.3
Kipps Elementary Blacksburg 0.3 mi 8.4
TALL OAKS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Blacksburg 0.9 mi
VALLEY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Blacksburg 1.9 mi 4.7
Prices Fork Elementary Blacksburg 1.7 mi 6.8
Gilbert Linkous Elementary Blacksburg 2.5 mi 7.5
Harding Avenue Elementary Blacksburg 3.1 mi 8.3
Margaret Beeks Elementary Blacksburg 3.1 mi 8.2
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Blacksburg 3.2 mi 5.8
ST JOHN NEUMANN ACADEMY Blacksburg 3.4 mi 6.4
Belview Elementary Radford 4.1 mi 5.6
BLACKSBURG NEW SCHOOL Blacksburg 4.5 mi 6.2
Christiansburg High Christiansburg 5.3 mi 7.0
Christiansburg Elementary Christiansburg 6.0 mi 7.3
Christiansburg Primary Christiansburg 6.2 mi 6.9
Christiansburg Middle Christiansburg 6.6 mi 5.0
MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Blacksburg 5.6 mi 6.0
Riverlawn Elementary Fairlawn 7.1 mi 6.1
Falling Branch Elementary Christiansburg 7.9 mi 6.4
BELLE HETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Radford 7.8 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,496

Median Home Value

$412,300

Median Rent

$1,266/mo

Population

48,197

College Educated

63.4%

Homeownership

42.2%

Avg Commute

16 min

Poverty Rate

33.7%

Median Age

27.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blacksburg Middle

What grades does Blacksburg Middle serve?

Blacksburg Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Blacksburg Middle?

Blacksburg Middle has an enrollment of approximately 987 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blacksburg Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Blacksburg Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blacksburg Middle rank in VA?

Blacksburg Middle ranks #654 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Blacksburg Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Blacksburg Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Blacksburg Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blacksburg Middle has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Blacksburg Middle a charter school?

No, Blacksburg Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blacksburg Middle a Title I school?

No, Blacksburg Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blacksburg Middle?

25.5% of students at Blacksburg Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
987
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Montgomery County Public Schools
District Enrollment
9,534
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,114
District Rank
#8 of 19

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