Serving 459 students in grades 5-8, Ripley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ripley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ripley school district, covering approximately 263.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ripley Middle School's student population of 459 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ripley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripley Middle School is 0.66, 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
#414 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripley Middle School's ranking?
Ripley Middle School is ranked #414 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Ripley Middle School?
459 students attend Ripley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ripley Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ripley Middle School?
Ripley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ripley Middle School offer ?
Ripley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ripley Middle School part of?
Ripley Middle School is part of South Tippah School District.
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