Bluestone High School was a public high school in Skipwith, Virginia, in Mecklenburg County. It was part of the Mecklenburg County Public Schools and officially opened on September 12, 1955. It closed in 2022, consolidating with former rivals Park View High School to form the new Mecklenburg County High School.
School Overview
School Type
Total Classroom Teachers (07-08)
3 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Rankings
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Baron
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is Phoenix Academy part of?
Phoenix Academy is part of Mecklenburg County School District.
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