Blue Ridge School
"Nestled against the eastern slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Blue Ridge School has 750 acres of fields, trails, hills, streams, lakes and mountains to explore as students make their journey toward college and beyond.
The school provides a college preparatory education for capable boys, grades 9-12, who are suited to a program that incorporates small classes, a faculty advisor program, and a predictable daily schedule designed to help students develop sound study habits and time management skills.".
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- Western State Colorado University Over all, Blue Ridge School is a fantastic place for those who love the out doors. Not only is the Outdoor Program #1 in the country, but the campus is located on 400 acres of. . .
- Ferrum College Blue Ridge is a one of a kind boarding school. This gem is hidden back at the feet of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The campus is one of the most beautiful that I have ever. . .
- The USC Moore School of Business In my family nearly every male for the past eight generations has attended a boarding school. My father went to Woodberry Forest, his father went to Episcopal HS in Alexandria, and his father went. . .
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Blue Ridge School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 303 schools) for:
- Category Attribute
- Boarding Focus High percentage of boarding students
| Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data | Blue Ridge School | Boarding School Avg. |
| School Focus | College Prep | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | All-boys | Co-ed |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1909 | 1907 |
| Campus Size | 751 acres | 125 acres |
Student Body
| Enrollment | 170 students | 300 students |
| % Students of Color | 40% | 25% |
| % International Students | 25% | 20% |
| % Students Boarding | 100% | 70% |
| Average SAT Score | 1220 | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
Academics and Faculty
| Saturday Classes | Yes | No |
| Frequency of Saturday Classes | Monthly | Weekly |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Khaki pants, jacket, and tie) | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 9 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 | 7:1 |
| # of AP / Advanced Courses Offered | 6 | 18 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 53% | 70% |
| Summer Program Offered | No | Yes |
Tuition Cost
| Endowment Size | $21 million | $25 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $55,500 | $59,500 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | n/a | $33,500 |
| Tuition international students | $55,500 | $54,500 |
| % Students on Financial Aid | 40% | 40% |
| Avg. Financial Aid Grant | $27,500 | $25,000 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
Acceptance Rate
| Application Deadline | Feb. 8 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 49% | 58% |
| Director of Admissions | James H. Miller, III | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Krystle Gee | |
Course Listings
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Sports
| # Interscholastic Sports Offered | 21 | 16 |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Football, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Mountain Biking, Orienteering, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Wrestling | |
Extracurriculars
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 8 | 23 |
| Extracurriculars | Chess Club, International Affairs Group, Japanimation Club Club or Organization: Music Technology, Publications, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Art Club, Jazz Band | |
College Matriculation
| Year: 2007 - 2014 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled) | |
| Hampden-Sydney College | 5 | |
| James Madison University | 5 | |
| Lynchburg College | 4 | |
| University Virginia | 4 | |
| University of Illinois | 3 | |
| University of Mississipi | 3 | |
| Virginia Polytechnic and State University | 2 | |
| Texas Christian University | 1 | |
| University of Notre Dame | 1 | |
| William and Mary | 1 | |
| Link to Matriculation Data | ||
School Notes
- Founded in 1909 as an Episcopal mission school, Blue Ridge reorganized as an independent boarding school and adopted its current focus on all boys in 1962. The school provides a college preparatory education for boys, grades 9-12, who are suited to a program that incorporates small classes, a faculty advisor program, and a predictable daily schedule designed to help students develop sound study habits and time management skills. Sufficient flexibility is built into the program to allow instructors to work with the students' strengths and needs. A state-of-the-art learning center provides additional academic support as needed. Nestled against the eastern slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Blue Ridge School has 750 acres of fields, trails, hills, streams, lakes and mountains to explore as students make their journey toward college and beyond.
- LD types supported: Mild learning differences
- Blue Ridge School accreditations: TABS, VAIS, NAIS
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mamadi Diakite '15 - 2021 NBA Champion with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Profile last updated: 09/15/2021
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