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Montgomery County Public Schools

Blacksburg High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Montgomery County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 179 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A
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    Blacksburg High School is a top rated, public school located in Blacksburg, VA. It has 1,174 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 87% of students are at least proficient in math and 92% in reading.
    Address
    3401 Bruin Lane
    Blacksburg, VA 24060
    Telephone
    (540) 951-5706
    Website
    mcps.org
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    Blacksburg High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    92%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    87%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1290
    313 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    62 responses
    AP Enrollment
    35%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $53,424
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $936
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $213,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    88%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.16 responses
    Poll
    94%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.16 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 43 responses
    Report
    • All the sports events
      33%
    • All the charity drives we have at our school.
      19%
    • Super senior of the day.
      19%
    • Homecoming
      9%
    • Pep rallies
      7%
    • Community service is also competitive here.
      5%
    • Spirit Week
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,174
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    15%
    95%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.21 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.21 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.21 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $46,940
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    4.1%
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.24 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.24 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.24 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,569/ year
    National
    $12,239
    96%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.25 responses
    48%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.25 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.25 responses
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    Blacksburg High School Reviews

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    The school is pretty good, most teachers genuinely care about their students. There are some teachers that I can’t remember doing anything their classes and some that seem like they couldn’t care less. The AP and honors science teachers are all great, and they’re typically good about keeping the grade book up to date. I personally believe that students have a ridiculous amount of disrespect for some of the adults and the student body has way too much drama. The teachers are also excessively oblivious and/or negligent to the issue of smoking, vaping, and other activities students at the very least shouldn’t be doing at school. I’ve personally witnessed a drug deal in the lunch line and at least 2 people a day using a Juul and heard a story about tricking the resource officer into not confiscating a full Juul pod. Some will say the issues here “aren’t as bad as we joke they are” but the reality is that they are.
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    Blacksburg High School has an excellent range of classes and extracurricular opportunities. Many AP classes and electives are offered, allowing for students to be better prepared for college or to enter the work force after High School. Many changes came this year with new administration, some good and some bad. The cafeteria food improved 200% and there will soon be scheduled time for students to see teachers for extra help or study. However, new policies against the use of phones at all times except lunch and required use of E-hall passes are more of a pain then they are good. Sure, some regulation on phones is good, but not being able to use your phone to take pictures of the textbook or participate in online class activities is an absolute burden. E-hall passes are just the extraneous tracking of students. No hats is also a pain.
    My first three years at Blacksburg High School were better than I could ask for in a public school experience. When the principal left after my junior year, it began to go down hill. New administration members are power hungry and don't seem to give students the respect they deserve. The teachers on the other hand are outstanding. Every teacher cares about each of his or her students in their classroom. The students who attend BHS are wonderful people and make the environment extremely welcoming.