Serving 891 students in grades 6-8, Blue Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Ridge Middle School's student population of 891 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
891 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Blue Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Ridge Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#446 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
3%
31%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Blue Ridge Middle School is ranked #446 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Blue Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Blue Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Blue Ridge Middle School?
891 students attend Blue Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Blue Ridge Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Ridge Middle School?
Blue Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blue Ridge Middle School offer ?
Blue Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blue Ridge Middle School part of?
Blue Ridge Middle School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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