Serving 282 students in grades 9-12, Blue Ridge High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Blue Ridge High School's student population of 282 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blue Ridge High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Blue Ridge High School often compared to?
Blue Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susquehanna Community Jr. Sr. High School, Montrose Area Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Blue Ridge High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Blue Ridge High School?
282 students attend Blue Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Blue Ridge High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Ridge High School?
Blue Ridge High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge High School offer ?
Blue Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Ridge High School part of?
Blue Ridge High School is part of Blue Ridge SD School District.
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