Serving 6,751 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Blue Ridge Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 6,751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Ridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blue Ridge Academy's student population of 6,751 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 233 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
6,751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
233 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Ridge Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge Academy is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4061 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
36%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge Academy's ranking?
Blue Ridge Academy is ranked #4061 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Ridge Academy?
The graduation rate of Blue Ridge Academy is 71%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Blue Ridge Academy?
6,751 students attend Blue Ridge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Blue Ridge Academy students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Ridge Academy?
Blue Ridge Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge Academy offer ?
Blue Ridge Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Blue Ridge Academy part of?
Blue Ridge Academy is part of Blue Ridge Academy School District.
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