Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blue Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Ridge Elementary School serves the southern part of Blue Ridge, GA, covering an area of approximately 46.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Ridge Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Blue Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1086 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
1%
36%
White
83%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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 #1086 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Blue Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Fannin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Blue Ridge Elementary School?
383 students attend Blue Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Blue Ridge Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Ridge Elementary School?
Blue Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Ridge Elementary School part of?
Blue Ridge Elementary School is part of Fannin County School District.
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