Blair Middle School
Norfolk, VA 23517
Phone: (757) 628-2400
District: Norfolk City Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 6,7,8 • 1141 students
Blair Middle School, a public school located in Norfolk, VA, serves grades 6-8 in the Norfolk City Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Blair Middle School is a public school located in Norfolk, VA. 1141 students attend Blair Middle School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 3/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning data from Virginia Department of Education, and using 2025 Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course data from Virginia Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 2/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Virginia Department of Education. |
Posted: June 14, 2026
This school was terrible! There was fights almost everyday and bullies everywhere!! A friend of mine was searched and they took away an eyelash curler saying it was a "weapon". Everyone was so rude and the teachers did nothing but tell them to be quiet. And there was kids vaping and smoking everyday in the bathroom and the teachers never checked on them. I do not recommend sending your child here.
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Posted: April 15, 2023
I have been bullied everyday and the school has done nothing about it. Please dont send your children there.
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Posted: February 12, 2020
They do not communicate well and answer emails in a timely manner.
Posted: February 12, 2020
They try their bestie my opinion with what they have.
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Posted: February 12, 2020
The kids are out of control and bullying is something that is common in this school. There are fights constantly in school and the staff do the best they can but this school can be a unsafe place for kids. They record videos of them fighting in the bathroom. Kids get a kick out of ganging up on kids and trying to get a fight started. If you ignore the bullies you get picked on more and if you stand up for yourself you get in trouble. Do not send your kids here. The kids are rough and disrespectful to staff. Kids cant learn in peace here. They also do their best to deal with the bullies but its worse on your child if they stand up and report it.
Posted: February 12, 2020
Dont send your kids here. This is a rough school of bullies!!!!!!!! These kids love to fight and have no respect for others. As a parent, I dont see many parents involved with their kids. The kids are free to terrorize and the poor teachers have to deal with the disrespectful kids. I walked in the school and witnessed a teen being disrespectful to the office staff.
Posted: June 3, 2019
great school with respectful staff. The teachers are helpful and the cafeteria is clean
Posted: June 3, 2019
they are so helpful and nice to students
Posted: June 3, 2019
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students strongly support and help each other
Posted: June 3, 2019
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there hasn't been many cases for students bullied
Posted: September 2, 2018
I think this is a great school and as a navy son i would definitely recommend this school to other navy families.
Posted: September 2, 2018
At school we get homework and then are given a reasonable amount of time to turn it in. (I am in the Pre Med.)
Posted: September 2, 2018
Most teachers at this school are fun and find creative ways to make learning fun.
Posted: September 2, 2018
We have lots of grade meetings in the forum on the second of four floors here. Most of them are about changes and/or behavior.
Posted: September 2, 2018
The SCA (Student Council Association) has a minimal effect on what the school does and key decisions.
Posted: September 2, 2018
There is a special class students with disabilities take but other than that they are in the normal classes.
Posted: September 2, 2018
I had a personal experience with bullying at this school and I think that they handled it well by meetings with a counselor and dean.
Posted: December 21, 2015
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Posted: December 21, 2015
Hi! I am a 7th grader in Blair middle school. My experience here at Blair has been fair. I am enrolled in this schools PMHE or Pre-Med program and I love it! The teachers are very easy to understand and pay attention to, as long as you are dedicated to your education. I am also taking high school credit bearing classes which will be very useful in high school when I graduate. The faculty are friendly and easy to get along with as long as you focus on your work. However, there are a few drawbacks. Fighting is a big issue at Blair. The security handles these situatiins well. The students here see faculty as more like a friend that, well faculty. This also causes problems. Students do not respect the teachers so they don't pay attention to the lessons, which causes their grades to drop. I don't believe that we have as many seminars as we should. There are many negative influences outside of the building and since they are outside they are not addressed. Many kids that I know skip class, sometimes even to do drugs and the has not been addressed. I knew of many students in the 6th grade that were ( I also attended Blair last year ) were using some form of a drug , having sex, and/or skipping school all together, and this was very briefly addressed. I think those serious problems, deserved more than a "don't do this".
I believe Blair should keep its great learning programs, but they should also add new more creative and/or beneficial programs as well. Especially for those who are identified as at risk.
Thank you!
Posted: September 2, 2014
For such a large school, my child has flourished from the diverse atmosphere as well as the enthusiastic & determined teachers. She also has made lifelong friends to take on to high school and after.
Posted: March 30, 2014
I went to school in Nashville, TN before I moved here in 7th grade because my dad is in the military. I was terrified because I didn't know anyone and the school was so huge, but the guidance and staff really helped me learn my way around. The teachers are so encouraging, they make class fun but challenging. There is quiet a few fights but all schools have fights. The guidance and deens really urge us to talk thingsout however. I'm now in 8th grade and I think i'm really prepared for highschool, seeing as thoigj I've already took multiple highschool classes. You can stay after with your teachers for extra help almost any day & they have many etra curricular activities you can do i.e. french, latin, spanish, buissness, pe, health, etc. This is the best school i've ever been to (and trust me i've been to alot) Most of the familiesare milotary and the kids really understand eaeach other. The school is just beautiful inside and out. If I had to pick one school to stay at, it would be Blair!
Posted: September 14, 2013
A great school if your kids is in the pre-med/science/engineering program and/or any honors classes. Great arts program especially the chorus program.
Posted: August 28, 2013
blair middle is the best love it the grade she bring in is amazing and she is taking before and after only thing is they dont wear uniform
Posted: November 28, 2011
This school is the best school in all of the world. The teachers are so nice. We are seperated into clusters in 6th grade. Very great school. :)
Posted: May 31, 2011
my daughter will be attending blair next year and children only act as taught at home my daughter will be coming from james monroe elem and i look forward to her success at blair this upcoming year.
Posted: March 16, 2011
I believe Middle School is difficult for most children at some point, it's a difficult age. That being said, you get out of your education, what you put into it. This is my son's second year at Blair, and we don't regret a moment of it. He is receiving an excellent education and a great social experience. There are many (free) after school clubs that he can be involved in, and when he is having difficulty understanding a subject, he can stay after for additional help. The administrators are very hands on and encouraging to the children and parents.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ghent | Area of Town | Norfolk | VA | 0.1 mi | |
| 2 | Ghent | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 0.4 mi | |
| 3 | West Ghent | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 0.4 mi | |
| 4 | Park Place | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 0.6 mi | |
| 5 | Colonial Place | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 1.3 mi | |
| 6 | Riverview | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 1.4 mi | |
| 7 | Winona | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 1.8 mi | |
| 8 | Jamestown Crescent | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 1.9 mi | |
| 9 | Riverpoint | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 2 mi | |
| 10 | Park View | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Portsmouth | VA | 2 mi | |
| 11 | Larchmont | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 2 mi | |
| 12 | Lafayette Shores | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 2.1 mi | |
| 13 | Talbot Park | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 2.6 mi | |
| 14 | Wexford Terrace/Colony Point | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 3.1 mi | |
| 15 | Colony Point Apartments | Apartment Complex | Norfolk | VA | 3.1 mi | |
| 16 | Wards Corner | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 3.2 mi | |
| 17 | First Watch at River Pointe | Condominium/Townhouse | Portsmouth | VA | 3.2 mi | |
| 18 | Lochhaven | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 3.3 mi | |
| 19 | Crown Point Townhomes | Apartment Complex | Norfolk | VA | 4.3 mi | |
| 20 | Bel Aire/South Bayview | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Norfolk | VA | 4.7 mi | |
| 21 | Georgetown Estate | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chesapeake | VA | 5 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colley Avenue and 21st | Norfolk | VA | 0.1 mi | |
| 2 | Park Place | Norfolk | VA | 0.5 mi | |
| 3 | Ghent Square | Norfolk | VA | 0.6 mi | |
| 4 | Colonial Place | Norfolk | VA | 1.2 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Portsmouth Naval Medical Center | 1.6 mi. |
| Coast Guard Portsmouth VA | 3.6 mi. |
| Norfolk Naval Shipyard | 3.7 mi. |
| Norfolk Naval Base | 4.3 mi. |
| Joint Staff J7 Suffolk | 7.2 mi. |
| Little Creek Naval Amphibious Base | 8.7 mi. |
| Fort Monroe | 9.4 mi. |
| Langley AFB | 14.9 mi. |
| Oceana NAS | 15.3 mi. |
| Fort Story | 16.6 mi. |
| Dam Neck Naval Station | 19.5 mi. |
| NSA Northwest Annex | 21.4 mi. |
| Fort Eustis | 25.3 mi. |
| Coast Guard Yorktown | 26.3 mi. |
| Yorktown Naval Weapons Station | 30.5 mi. |
| Coast Guard Elizabeth City | 42.2 mi. |
| Coast Guard Station Milford Haven | 42.7 mi. |
