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#1096 of 2,006 schools in AZ
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
6.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,096 of 2,006
In Lakeside
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397)
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Blue Ridge JR High School
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About Blue Ridge JR High School
Blue Ridge JR High School is a public middle school in Lakeside, AZ, part of Blue Ridge Unified School District No. 32 (4397). Blue Ridge JR High School serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Ridge JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,096 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Blue Ridge JR High School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Blue Ridge JR High 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 JR High School — Students at Blue Ridge JR High School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 3.1/10.
How Blue Ridge JR High School Compares
See how Blue Ridge JR High 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 JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Show Low High School (rated 8.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores notably higher. Another option is White Mountain Institute (rated 7.0/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 6.5 |
| Blue Ridge Elementary School Lakeside | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| 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 | 6.9 |
| NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College WMC Snowflake | 8.2 mi | — |
| Mcnary Elementary School Mcnary | 8.1 mi | 4.5 |
| 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 | 5.9 |
| Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low | 8.9 mi | 4.5 |
| NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake | 9.0 mi | — |
| Show Low High School Show Low | 9.0 mi | 8.2 |
| White Mountain Institute Show Low | 9.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Sequoia Village School Show Low | 12.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Linden Elementary School Show Low | 13.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Cradleboard School Whiteriver | 15.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Vernon Elementary School Vernon | 17.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Whiteriver Elementary Whiteriver | 21.8 mi | 6.5 |
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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| Thatcher Middle School Thatcher, AZ | 6.1 |
| Sacaton Middle School Sacaton, AZ | 5.9 |
| Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance, AZ | 6.3 |
| Altar Valley Middle School Tucson, AZ | 5.8 |
| Imagine Superstition Middle Apache Junction, AZ | 5.6 |
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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 ranks #1,096 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Blue Ridge JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blue Ridge JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 JR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blue Ridge JR High School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (928) 368-2350
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
- #2 of 3
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