Blue Ridge Technical Academy serves 94 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 51% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
45%
22%
White
49%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Blue Ridge Technical Academy?
94 students attend Blue Ridge Technical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Blue Ridge Technical Academy students are White, 45% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Blue Ridge Technical Academy offer ?
Blue Ridge Technical Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blue Ridge Technical Academy part of?
Blue Ridge Technical Academy is part of Roanoke City Public Schools School District.
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