Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blue Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blue Ridge Elementary School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
19%
36%
White
51%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Ridge Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Blue Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevens Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Blue Ridge Elementary School?
603 students attend Blue Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Blue Ridge Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Ridge Elementary School?
Blue Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Blue Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blue Ridge Elementary School part of?
Blue Ridge Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School / Early Release (12:10) (Events)
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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