Serious incidents run slightly above the district average, and this school reports across every data category — a strong sign the numbers reflect reality.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 1 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 0 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 3 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 0 | Minor |
Blue Ridge Early College ranks #5 of 9 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Co Early College | 09–13 | 64 | A |
| Blue Ridge School | PK–06 | 44 | A |
| Smoky Mountain High School | 09–12 | 38 | A |
| Fairview Elementary | PK–08 | 34 | A |
| Cullowhee Valley School | KG–08 | 28 | A |
| Scotts Creek Elementary | KG–08 | 20 | A |
| Smokey Mountain Elementary | PK–08 | 8 | A |
| Jackson Community School | KG–12 | 6 | A |