Blue Ridge High School, also known as BRHS, is a public high school for students, grades 9-12, located in the town of Blue Ridge, Texas. The school enrolls students in grades 9-12. The school colors are green and white, and the mascot is the Tiger.
Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, Blue Ridge High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Blue Ridge High School's student population of 296 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Blue Ridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge High School is 0.51, which is less 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
#5017 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
61%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge High School's ranking?
Blue Ridge High School is ranked #5017 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blue Ridge High School often compared to?
Blue Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Blue Ridge High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Blue Ridge High School?
296 students attend Blue Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Blue Ridge High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge High School offer ?
Blue Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blue Ridge High School part of?
Blue Ridge High School is part of Blue Ridge Independent School District.
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