Blue Ridge High School

The teachers here are rather supportive when it comes to achieving goals. But so many things are over looked. Drugs, bullying, disruptive behavior, you name it. Athletes are given specialized treatment; a slap on the wrist is the worst punishment they receive. The bullying here may not be as severe as some schools in Phoenix, but it still does exist. On a higher note, many of the students here are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. They are respectful, kind, and responsible. As is the school staff. They'll help you in almost any situation.
--Submitted by a student

Blue Ridge High School has the best academic and sports programs. They help our kids achieve their goals, not only in school, but also after graduation!
--Submitted by a parent

I feel the quality of education is next to none, and class size the standardized test performance ranks very high.
--Submitted by a teacher

As a parent of a 2007 Blue Ridge High School and a crrent sophomore, my spouse and I have been very satisfied with this district. As with any small and rural high school, the breadth of academic offerings is not what you will find in the larger metropolitan areas. However, the relationships between teachers and students are good, and customized programs for high achievers are available with parent commitment. The more involved you become as a parent with this district, the more you will appreciate the level of quality and dedication that is available to your children.
--Submitted by a parent

Blue Ridge School enjoys broad community support as evidenced by voter approval of all the bonds passed in the last 20 years. A new campus has been constructed in 2008 for the junior high school. Teacher retention is good.
--Submitted by a parent

Blue Ridge used to be one of the best schools in the State. With the new administration, many changes have occurred, most have been negative. I wish there was some alternative. I would send my kids there in a heart beat. The citizens of Pinetop-Lakeside are stuck with what we have, which isn't very good. In effective counselors, poor course choices, unless you want CTE, teachers who are closed minded, and administrators who seemingly don't have a clue about the problems with drugs at their school.
--Submitted by a parent

Very petty atmosphere in sports. Punitive minded officials. Academics are lackluster but what else can we do... we live here?
--Submitted by a parent

I am impressed with the overall performance from the staff at this school. They are faced with very different challenges than the teachers and administrators from my day. They all deserve our respect. The old website for Blue Ridge used to contain a feature where a parent could check the student grades and attendance at any given moment. That came in handy between progress reports and report cards. I suggest that you bring that back. It was very helpful.
--Submitted by Tracy Compton, a parent

Blue Ridge is a typical small rural school. The counseling staff is lacking, as are opportunities for high achievers (honors and AP courses).
--Submitted by a parent

This school is a great school. A lot of great achievers. Would recommend it to new residents to the area.
--Submitted by a staff