John N. Dalton Intermediate

John N. Dalton Intermediate serves 240 seventh and eighth grade students in Radford, Virginia, providing a focused middle school experience with a notably small student-teacher ratio of 10.4:1. With 23 full-time equivalent teachers, students benefit from personalized attention during these crucial transitional years between elementary and high school.

The school has earned recognition for its performance, ranking 243rd out of 1,856 Virginia schools and placing in the 87th percentile statewide. This strong ranking, reflected in MySchoolScout's 7.3 out of 10 rating, demonstrates the school's commitment to supporting students during the important middle grade years when academic foundations are solidified and study habits are developed. Located at 60 Dalton Drive, the school serves a diverse community where 42% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an environment that values education.

The surrounding neighborhood has a median household income of $58,544 and median home values of $223,000, reflecting a stable residential area. Despite economic diversity, with a 25% poverty rate among the 21,804 ZIP code residents, the school maintains its strong academic standing. John N.

Dalton Intermediate sits in a town on the fringe of an urban area, offering students access to both community resources and the benefits of a smaller, more intimate educational setting.