Serving 147 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ripley Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ripley Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ripley, NY, covering approximately 29.9 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ripley Central School's student population of 147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
147 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Learn today. Lead tomorrow.
School Rankings
Ripley Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripley Central School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3002 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripley Central School's ranking?
Ripley Central School is ranked #3002 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ripley Central School?
147 students attend Ripley Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ripley Central School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ripley Central School?
Ripley Central School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ripley Central School offer ?
Ripley Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ripley Central School part of?
Ripley Central School is part of Ripley Central School District.
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