Serving 7,657 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Blue Ridge Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 7,657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Ridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blue Ridge Academy's student population of 7,657 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 271 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
7,657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
271 teachers
School Rankings
Blue Ridge Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge Academy is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4021 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
38%
20%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge Academy's ranking?
Blue Ridge Academy is ranked #4021 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Ridge Academy?
The graduation rate of Blue Ridge Academy is 84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Blue Ridge Academy?
7,657 students attend Blue Ridge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Blue Ridge Academy students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Ridge Academy?
Blue Ridge Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge Academy offer ?
Blue Ridge Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Blue Ridge Academy part of?
Blue Ridge Academy is part of Blue Ridge Academy School District.
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