Serving 586 students in grades 6-8, Ripley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ripley Middle School serves the southern part of its district in Ripley, WV, covering an extensive area of approximately 361.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ripley Middle School's student population of 586 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
586 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ripley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripley Middle School is 0.08, 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
#184 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripley Middle School's ranking?
Ripley Middle School is ranked #184 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ripley Middle School?
586 students attend Ripley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ripley Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ripley Middle School?
Ripley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ripley Middle School offer ?
Ripley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ripley Middle School part of?
Ripley Middle School is part of Jackson County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I highly recommend Ripley Middle School. The administrators are so willing to work with students and parents alike. The teaching staff is one of the best in the state of WV.
They are kind and caring and show a genuine interest in all students achieving and becoming productive citizens.
2 10/10/2025
In my opinion some of the teachers are very very rude . My bestfriend was having a mental breakdown in the hallway and a teacher came through and yelled at us both to get to class whist he was sobbing into his knees . Luckily I got him help , but she insisted on us leaving the hallway and going to class instead of getting him help.
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