Summary:
The 23517 zip code area is home to a single middle school, Blair Middle School, which serves grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 1,072 students. As part of the Norfolk City Public Schools district, Blair Middle School faces significant academic challenges, ranking in the bottom 15% of middle schools statewide with a 1-star rating.
Blair Middle School's performance on standardized tests is well below the Norfolk City and Virginia state averages across most subject areas, including math, science, and reading. However, the school stands out with a 100% proficiency rate in 7th grade Algebra I, outperforming the district and state. With nearly 95% of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Blair Middle serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, which may contribute to its overall academic underperformance.
Despite the school's challenges, it maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13:1. However, the school's per-student spending of $7,427 in 2020-2021 suggests it may be operating with limited resources, which could impact its ability to provide comprehensive educational programs and support for its students. Overall, the data indicates that Blair Middle School has significant room for improvement to better serve its students and community.
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