Blacksburg High School is a high school in the Montgomery County public school division. The school serves the town of Blacksburg, Virginia and surrounding areas of the county.
Serving 1,281 students in grades 9-12, Blacksburg High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blacksburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blacksburg High School's student population of 1,281 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
1,281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Black, Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Blacksburg High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blacksburg High School is 0.45, 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
#315 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)92%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
4%
22%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blacksburg High School's ranking?
Blacksburg High School is ranked #315 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Blacksburg High School often compared to?
Blacksburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christiansburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blacksburg High School?
The graduation rate of Blacksburg High School is 97%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Blacksburg High School?
1,281 students attend Blacksburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Blacksburg High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blacksburg High School?
Blacksburg High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blacksburg High School offer ?
Blacksburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Blacksburg High School part of?
Blacksburg High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Blacksburg High School located?
Blacksburg High School is located in the Hethwood Prices Fork neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hethwood Prices Fork.
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