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Blue Ridge High School

High School · Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397)

1200 W WHITE MOUNTAIN BLVD, Lakeside, AZ 85929

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Lakeside

#3 of 3

public schools

Arizona high schools

#364 of 429

In district

#3 of 3

Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397)

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Strong

About Blue Ridge High School

Blue Ridge High School is a regular public high school located in the remote town of Lakeside, Arizona. With an enrollment of 636 students and a student-teacher ratio of 18.2:1, it offers a personalized educational experience with 35 full-time equivalent teachers. The school covers grades 9 through 12 and has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10, placing it at the 52nd percentile among Arizona schools.

Academically, students perform moderately, with 39% proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 40% proficient or above in Math. The school is situated in a setting that offers a close-knit community feel, though it may lack some of the amenities found in larger towns. Blue Ridge High School is part of a smaller, tight-knit community in a remote area of Arizona.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-7.17 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37%
Reading/ELA Proficiency32%
Overall Proficiency35%
Expected (poverty-adj.)27%
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness3.9Fair30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation14.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,107

Blue Ridge High School — Students at Blue Ridge High School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
32%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Blue Ridge High School Compares

See how Blue Ridge High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
19th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.4/10
7.4/10
Growth
2.2/10
Below average
Environment
7.2/10
Above average

Location

1200 W WHITE MOUNTAIN BLVD, Lakeside, AZ 85929

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Ridge High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Blue Ridge Jr High School (rated 8.2/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Show Low Junior High School (rated 7.7/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blue Ridge Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeside, see our Lakeside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Blue Ridge Jr High School Lakeside 0.0 mi 8.2
Blue Ridge Elementary School Lakeside 1.4 mi 7.4
MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Show Low 4.0 mi 5.5
LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY Show Low 5.5 mi 5.6
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Show Low 7.5 mi 6.4
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 7.9 mi 6.4
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College WMC Snowflake 8.2 mi
Mcnary Elementary School Mcnary 8.1 mi 4.1
WMI ON LINE Show Low 8.7 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 8.7 mi
Show Low Junior High School Show Low 8.8 mi 7.7
Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low 8.9 mi 6.7
NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake 9.0 mi
Show Low High School Show Low 9.0 mi 6.4
White Mountain Institute Show Low 9.0 mi 5.4
Sequoia Village School Show Low 12.8 mi 5.5
Linden Elementary School Show Low 13.6 mi 5.8
Cradleboard School Whiteriver 15.9 mi 4.3
Vernon Elementary School Vernon 17.0 mi 5.1
Whiteriver Elementary Whiteriver 21.8 mi 7.3

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Blue Ridge High School has a median household income of $56,837. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $250,100, with a median rent of $1,117/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Ridge High School

What grades does Blue Ridge High School serve?

Blue Ridge High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Blue Ridge High School?

Blue Ridge High School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge High School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blue Ridge High School rank in AZ?

Blue Ridge High School is ranked #1614 out of 2,000 schools in AZ.

What is Blue Ridge High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Ridge High School has a composite rating of 5.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Blue Ridge High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Blue Ridge High School has 40.3% math proficiency and 38.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Blue Ridge High School a charter school?

No, Blue Ridge High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Blue Ridge High School a Title I school?

No, Blue Ridge High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Low (217/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Navajo County
Data Year
2023–2024

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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