Serving 505 students in grades 6-8, James Blair Middle School 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 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Blair Middle School's student population of 505 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
James Blair Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Blair Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1185 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)62%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
17%
21%
White
47%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Blair Middle School's ranking?
James Blair Middle School is ranked #1185 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are James Blair Middle School often compared to?
James Blair Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley Middle School, Lois Hornsby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend James Blair Middle School?
505 students attend James Blair Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of James Blair Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Blair Middle School?
James Blair Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Blair Middle School offer ?
James Blair Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Blair Middle School part of?
James Blair Middle School is part of Williamsburg-James City County School District.
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