Blue Ridge High School is a small, rural public high school located in New Milford, Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. It is the sole high school operated by Blue Ridge School District. In 2015, enrollment was reported as 315 pupils in 9th through 12th grades. The school employed 29 teachers.
Serving 297 students in grades 9-12, Blue Ridge High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Blue Ridge High School's student population of 297 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Motto
Built on Mutual Respect and a Commitment to Student Success
School Rankings
Blue Ridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1754 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge High School's ranking?
Blue Ridge High School is ranked #1754 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blue Ridge High School often compared to?
Blue Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susquehanna Community Jr. Sr. High School, Montrose Area Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Blue Ridge High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Blue Ridge High School?
297 students attend Blue Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Blue Ridge High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Ridge High School?
Blue Ridge High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge High School offer ?
Blue Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blue Ridge High School part of?
Blue Ridge High School is part of Blue Ridge School District.
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