Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ripley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ripley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Ripley, MS, encompassing approximately 263.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ripley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ripley Elementary School's student population of 611 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ripley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripley Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
20%
7%
Black
24%
45%
White
46%
40%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripley Elementary School's ranking?
Ripley Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Ripley Elementary School often compared to?
Ripley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chalybeate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Ripley Elementary School?
611 students attend Ripley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ripley Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ripley Elementary School?
Ripley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ripley Elementary School offer ?
Ripley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ripley Elementary School part of?
Ripley Elementary School is part of South Tippah School District.
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