Serving 267 students in grades 7-8, Blue Ridge Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Ridge Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blue Ridge Jr High School's student population of 267 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Ridge Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge Jr High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#929 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
16%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge Jr High School's ranking?
Blue Ridge Jr High School is ranked #929 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Blue Ridge Jr High School?
267 students attend Blue Ridge Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Blue Ridge Jr High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Ridge Jr High School?
Blue Ridge Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge Jr High School offer ?
Blue Ridge Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Blue Ridge Jr High School part of?
Blue Ridge Jr High School is part of Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397).
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