Below Average
#1586 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Blue Ridge Elementary School
Elementary School · Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397)
1200 W WHITE MOUNTAIN BLVD, Lakeside, AZ 85929
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,586 of 2,006
In Lakeside
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397)
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Blue Ridge Elementary School
Elementary School in Lakeside · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blue Ridge Elementary School
Blue Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakeside, AZ, part of Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397). Blue Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 810 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,586 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Blue Ridge Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Blue Ridge Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
32% of students at Blue Ridge Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Blue Ridge Elementary School — Students at Blue Ridge Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Blue Ridge Elementary School Compares
See how Blue Ridge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1200 W WHITE MOUNTAIN BLVD, Lakeside, AZ 85929
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blue Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Taylor Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Snowflake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Linden Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeside, see our Lakeside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge High School Lakeside | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Blue Ridge Jr High School Lakeside | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Show Low | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY Show Low | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Show Low | 6.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low | 6.6 mi | 6.9 |
| NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College WMC Snowflake | 6.9 mi | — |
| WMI ON LINE Show Low | 7.4 mi | — |
| Show Low Preschool Show Low | 7.4 mi | — |
| Show Low Junior High School Show Low | 7.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low | 7.6 mi | 4.5 |
| NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake | 7.7 mi | — |
| Show Low High School Show Low | 7.7 mi | 8.2 |
| White Mountain Institute Show Low | 7.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Mcnary Elementary School Mcnary | 9.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Sequoia Village School Show Low | 11.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Linden Elementary School Show Low | 12.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Cradleboard School Whiteriver | 17.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Vernon Elementary School Vernon | 16.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Taylor Elementary School Snowflake | 21.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85929 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,837
Median Home Value
$250,100
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
7,280
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
78.5%
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
53.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Dysart Middle School El Mirage, AZ | 4.8 |
| Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 4.8 |
| Heatherbrae School Phoenix, AZ | 4.8 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Laveen Village Chandler, AZ | 4.8 |
| McCorkle PK-8 Tucson, AZ | 4.8 |
| Ronald Reagan Fundamental School Yuma, AZ | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blue Ridge Elementary School
What grades does Blue Ridge Elementary School serve?
Blue Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Blue Ridge Elementary School?
Blue Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 810 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blue Ridge Elementary School rank in AZ?
Blue Ridge Elementary School ranks #1,586 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Blue Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blue Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Blue Ridge Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blue Ridge Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Blue Ridge Elementary School a charter school?
No, Blue Ridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blue Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Blue Ridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 810
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Navajo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (928) 368-6182
Resources & Links
District
Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397)- District Enrollment
- 1,677
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,342
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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