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#170 of 2,000 schools in AZ

Top 9% in state

Blue Ridge JR High School

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

1200 W WHITE MOUNTAIN BLVD, Lakeside, AZ 85929

Enrollment

231

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Lakeside

#1 of 3

public schools

Arizona middle schools

#6 of 218

In district

#1 of 3

Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397)

School environment

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Blue Ridge JR High School

Blue Ridge JR High School is a public middle school in Lakeside, AZ, part of the Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397). The school serves approximately 231 students in grades 7th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 91.5th percentile among AZ schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math and 34% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,837, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28%
Reading/ELA Proficiency39%
Overall Proficiency34%
Expected (poverty-adj.)27%
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,107

Blue Ridge JR High School — Students at Blue Ridge JR 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 27.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.0%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
39%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Blue Ridge JR High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
92th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
8.2/10
Above average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Location

1200 W WHITE MOUNTAIN BLVD, Lakeside, AZ 85929

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Ridge JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Show Low Junior High School (rated 7.7/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Show Low), with a comparable rating. Another option is Blue Ridge Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Whiteriver Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Whiteriver), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakeside, see our Lakeside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Blue Ridge High School Lakeside 0.0 mi 5.0
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 JR 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.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Wakefield Middle School Tucson, AZ 8.4
Benson Middle School Benson, AZ 7.9
Newell Barney College Preparatory School Queen Creek, AZ 7.8
Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance, AZ 7.7
Magee Middle School Tucson, AZ 7.6
Imagine East Mesa Middle Phoenix, AZ 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Ridge JR High School

What grades does Blue Ridge JR High School serve?

Blue Ridge JR High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Blue Ridge JR High School?

Blue Ridge JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge JR High School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blue Ridge JR High School rank in AZ?

Blue Ridge JR High School is ranked #170 out of 2,000 schools in AZ.

What is Blue Ridge JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Ridge JR High School has a composite rating of 8.2 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 JR High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Blue Ridge JR High School has 27.7% math proficiency and 34.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Blue Ridge JR High School a charter school?

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

Is Blue Ridge JR High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Low (217/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
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
#1 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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