Below Average
#406 of 457 private schools in VA
Blue Mountain School
Elementary School
470 CHRISTIANSBURG PIKE NE, Floyd, VA 24091
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#406 of 457
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Blue Mountain School
Elementary School in Floyd · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blue Mountain School
Blue Mountain School is a private elementary school in Floyd, VA. Blue Mountain School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #406 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Blue Mountain School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Blue Mountain School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Blue Mountain School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Blue Mountain School compares to the 2 public schools in Floyd, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Floyd
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blue Mountain School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Floyd Elementary | 5.0 |
| Floyd County High | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
470 CHRISTIANSBURG PIKE NE, Floyd, VA 24091
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blue Mountain School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Indian Valley Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Radford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Callaway Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Callaway), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woolwine Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Woolwine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Floyd, see our Floyd schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Floyd Elementary Floyd | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Floyd County High Floyd | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SPRINGHOUSE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Pilot | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SPRINGHOUSE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Pilot | 6.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Woolwine Elementary Woolwine | 9.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Willis Elementary Willis | 9.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Check Elementary Check | 11.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Auburn High Riner | 11.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Auburn Middle Riner | 11.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Auburn Elementary Riner | 11.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Falling Branch Elementary Christiansburg | 14.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Meadows of Dan Elementary Meadows Of Dan | 14.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Christiansburg Middle Christiansburg | 14.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Indian Valley Elementary Radford | 12.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Christiansburg Primary Christiansburg | 15.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Christiansburg Elementary Christiansburg | 15.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Christiansburg High Christiansburg | 16.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Shawsville Middle Shawsville | 17.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Callaway Elementary Callaway | 15.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Eastern Montgomery Elementary Elliston | 19.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24091 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,147
Median Home Value
$244,800
Median Rent
$830/mo
Population
7,307
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
84.6%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
51.4
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|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blue Mountain School
What grades does Blue Mountain School serve?
Blue Mountain School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Blue Mountain School?
Blue Mountain School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Mountain School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blue Mountain School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Blue Mountain School rank in VA?
Blue Mountain School ranks #406 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Blue Mountain School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blue Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Blue Mountain School a private school?
Yes, Blue Mountain School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Blue Mountain School a religious school?
No, Blue Mountain School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Floyd County
- Phone
- (540) 745-4234
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