At a glance
Reported students
7,657
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
270.73
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
28.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California other enrollment
99th percentile
Compared with 564 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
7,657
Blue Ridge Academy: 7,657 reported students.
State peer staffing position
91st percentile
28.3:1 reported; state peer median 18:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 6,546
- Teachers (FTE)
- 227.75
- Student–teacher ratio
- 28.7:1
What the reported data says about Blue Ridge Academy
Blue Ridge Academy is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in Maricopa. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Blue Ridge Academy District. NCES reports 7,657 students for 2024–25.
Among 564 combined / other schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 220 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 99th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 28.3:1, above the California median of 18:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (38.6%) and White (38.2%). English learners represent 1.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 15 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Blue Ridge Academy
- 1How do the reported 28.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 270.73 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 39%
- Lunch program
- Missing
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White38.2%
- Hispanic38.6%
- Black4.6%
- Asian6.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial11%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
15 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Blue Ridge Academy
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heartland Charter Other · Charter · Heartland Charter District | KG–12 | 5,970 | under 0.1 mi |
| Maricopa Elementary Elementary · Maricopa Unified | KG–05 | 133 | under 0.1 mi |
| Maricopa High High · Maricopa Unified | 09–12 | 72 | under 0.1 mi |
| Maricopa Middle Middle · Maricopa Unified | 06–08 | 71 | under 0.1 mi |
| Conley Elementary Elementary · Taft City | KG–03 | 306 | 6.1 mi |
| Taft Primary Elementary · Taft City | KG–03 | 231 | 6.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Blue Ridge Academy
What grades does Blue Ridge Academy serve?
Blue Ridge Academy reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Blue Ridge Academy District.
How many students attend Blue Ridge Academy?
Blue Ridge Academy reported 7,657 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 99th percentile among 564 California combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 6,546 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Academy?
The calculated ratio is 28.3:1, based on 7,657 students and 270.73 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 18:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Blue Ridge Academy a public, charter, or magnet school?
Blue Ridge Academy is a public school operating as a charter school. It is identified as a virtual school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Blue Ridge Academy students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
39% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Blue Ridge Academy in?
Blue Ridge Academy is part of Blue Ridge Academy District, based in Maricopa, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Blue Ridge Academy?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Heartland Charter (under 0.1 mi), Maricopa Elementary (under 0.1 mi), Maricopa High (under 0.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.