Serving 714 students in grades 6-8, Blue Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Ridge Middle serves the southwest part of Purcellville, VA, covering an attendance area of approximately 125.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Ridge Middle School's student population of 714 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Rankings
Blue Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge Middle School is 0.40, 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
#441 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)82%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
76%
44%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Blue Ridge Middle School is ranked #441 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Blue Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Blue Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Blue Ridge Middle School?
714 students attend Blue Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Blue Ridge Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Ridge Middle School?
Blue Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge Middle School offer ?
Blue Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blue Ridge Middle School part of?
Blue Ridge Middle School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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