BLUE RIDGE ACADEMY

Blue Ridge Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Avery County Schools school district, located in Newland, NC with about 20 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Blue Ridge Academy in Newland, North Carolina, is a specialized educational institution that serves as a residential facility for students requiring a structured, therapeutic, and academically supportive environment. Located in the scenic Appalachian Mountains, the school is designed to provide a distraction-free setting where students can focus on personal development, behavioral growth, and educational progress. The program typically integrates rigorous academic coursework with individualized attention, aiming to help students overcome personal challenges and prepare for future success in traditional school settings or higher education.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Blue Ridge Academy places a strong emphasis on character building, life skills, and emotional wellness. The school utilizes its unique geographic location to incorporate outdoor activities and experiential learning, which are intended to foster resilience, teamwork, and self-confidence. By combining small class sizes, professional guidance, and a community-oriented atmosphere, the academy strives to provide a holistic approach to student development, ensuring that each student receives the tailored support necessary to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Blue Ridge Academy at (828) 737-6011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

76 Old Montezuma Rd
Newland, NC 28657
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BLUE RIDGE ACADEMY is a public Title I school in Newland, NC with about 20 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
20
Teachers:
1.75
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 20 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BLUE RIDGE ACADEMY is predominantly White, representing about 100% of the student body.

White
100.0%

Female
20.0%
Male
80.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.