BLUE RIDGE INTERMEDIATE-JR HIGH SCHOOL

Blue Ridge Intermediate-Jr HS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Blue Ridge CUSD 18 school district, located in Mansfield, IL with about 269 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 8th 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. With about 22 teachers, Blue Ridge Intermediate-Jr HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Blue Ridge Intermediate-Junior High School is located in Mansfield, Illinois, serving students within the Blue Ridge Community Unit School District #18. As a combined facility, the school bridges the gap between elementary education and high school, typically housing students in the intermediate grades (often 4th or 5th) through the 8th grade. The school plays a central role in the small-town community, focusing on preparing students for the transition to Blue Ridge High School while emphasizing foundational academic skills and extracurricular development.

Being part of a smaller, rural district, the school is known for fostering a close-knit environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and a supportive atmosphere. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while promoting social and emotional growth during the critical middle-school years. Through its academic programs and community engagement, Blue Ridge Intermediate-Junior High aims to cultivate a sense of school spirit and academic readiness, serving as a hub for both educational activities and local youth development in the Mansfield area.

For more information, contact Blue Ridge Intermediate-Jr HS at (217) 489-5201 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.