Serving 232 students in grades 4-8, Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Ridge Intermediate-Jr HS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Mansfield, IL, encompassing approximately 213.8 square miles. The area typically requires a 15-20 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School's student population of 232 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Blue Ridge Schools will Embrace, Engage, Equip, and Empower students, staff, parents, and the community.
School Rankings
Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2354 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
3%
Showing 2003–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School's ranking?
Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School is ranked #2354 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School?
232 students attend Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School?
Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School offer ?
Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School part of?
Blue Ridge Intermediate-jr High School is part of Blue Ridge CUSD 18 School District.
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