Ripley High School Ripley High School is a public school in Ripley, West Virginia, serving the town of Ripley and the immediate surrounding areas in Jackson County, West Virginia. The school receives feeder students from Ripley Middle School.
Serving 768 students in grades 9-12, Ripley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ripley High School serves the southern part of its district in Ripley, WV, covering an area of approximately 361.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ripley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ripley High School's student population of 768 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
768 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Motto
Equipping our students for lifelong learning through lessons in academics, accountability and attitude.
School Rankings
Ripley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripley High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripley High School's ranking?
Ripley High School is ranked #265 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ripley High School often compared to?
Ripley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ravenswood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ripley High School?
The graduation rate of Ripley High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Ripley High School?
768 students attend Ripley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ripley High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ripley High School?
Ripley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ripley High School offer ?
Ripley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ripley High School part of?
Ripley High School is part of Jackson County Schools.
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