The mission of the Blacksburg New School is to serve its students, teachers, and parents by providing a cooperative educational environment.
We are committed to academic and civic excellence, to individual and community responsibility, and to the love of learning.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
121 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please see school website for tuition information: www.blacksburgnewschool.org
% on Financial Aid
10%
Admissions Director
T.J. Stone, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Application URL
School Notes
- Blacksburg New School is an independent K-8 school fosteringhigh academic achievement, creative and critical thinking, and thoughtful action.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Blacksburg New School often compared to?
Blacksburg New School is often viewed alongside schools like St. John Neumann Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Blacksburg New School?
The application deadline for Blacksburg New School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Blacksburg New School located?
Blacksburg New School is located in the Northend neighborhood of Blacksburg, VA.
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The nearest high school to Blacksburg New School is Dayspring Christian Academy (2.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is The Children's Garden Primary School (0.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
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Daycare / Preschool
2100 North Main Street
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 953-1931
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 953-1931
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-2 | 32 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition listed
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(Christian)
505 Clay Street
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-7777
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-7777
2.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 135 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3600 Yellow Sulphur Road
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-7562
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-7562
5.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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331 W Main St
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(540) 965-6388
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(540) 965-6388
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1232 Stoney Ridge Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-6901
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 296-6901
116.5 miles
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