Blue Ridge High School
188 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Blue Ridge High School, located at 411 N John St in Farmer City, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Blue Ridge Community Unit School District #18. Situated in a rural DeWitt County setting, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic requirements with vocational and extracurricular opportunities. As a pillar of the local community, the school emphasizes student development through a combination of traditional classroom instruction, athletics, and various student organizations, fostering a small-town educational environment where staff and students maintain close-knit professional relationships.
In addition to its standard academic programming, Blue Ridge High School is committed to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that path involves higher education, the workforce, or the military. The school prides itself on its accessibility and community engagement, acting as a central hub for district events and local activities. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere, the school aims to cultivate both personal character and academic achievement, ensuring that students from Farmer City and the surrounding areas have the resources necessary to succeed in a changing global landscape.
In addition to its standard academic programming, Blue Ridge High School is committed to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that path involves higher education, the workforce, or the military. The school prides itself on its accessibility and community engagement, acting as a central hub for district events and local activities. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere, the school aims to cultivate both personal character and academic achievement, ensuring that students from Farmer City and the surrounding areas have the resources necessary to succeed in a changing global landscape.
188
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 176 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| Black | 1 |
| Two or More | 8 |
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White176 (93.6 %)
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Two or More8 (4.3 %)
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Hispanic3 (1.6 %)
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Black1 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Blue Ridge CUSD 18 |
| Phone: | (309)928-2622 |
| Website: | http://www.blueridge18.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 188 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
51
Grade 10
45
Grade 11
56
Grade 12
36
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 51 |
| Grade 10 | 45 |
| Grade 11 | 56 |
| Grade 12 | 36 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 92 | 48.9% |
| Male | 96 | 51.1% |
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