Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Blackstone Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackstone Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Blackstone Primary's student population of 373 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Blackstone Primary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackstone Primary is 0.64, 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
#1448 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
50%
22%
White
32%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
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 Blackstone Primary's ranking?
Blackstone Primary is ranked #1448 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Primary?
373 students attend Blackstone Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Blackstone Primary students are Black, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackstone Primary?
Blackstone Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackstone Primary offer ?
Blackstone Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blackstone Primary part of?
Blackstone Primary is part of Nottoway County School District.
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