South Ripley Junior High School

1589 S Benham Rd
Versailles, IN 47042
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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8/
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Top 30%
Serving 161 students in grades 7-8, South Ripley Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 161 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 30% in IN
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : South Ripley Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 219.7 square miles in Versailles, IN. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Overview

South Ripley Junior High School's student population of 161 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

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School Rankings

South Ripley Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Ripley Junior High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#367 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data

50-54%
39%

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50-54%
41%

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Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1

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Asian
1%
3%
Black
1%
14%
White
96%
62%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
4%
0.08

Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data

(22-23)
26.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%

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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Ripley Junior High School's ranking?
South Ripley Junior High School is ranked #367 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Ripley Junior High School often compared to?
South Ripley Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jac-cen-del Middle School High School, Switzerland Co Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Ripley Junior High School?
161 students attend South Ripley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Ripley Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Ripley Junior High School?
South Ripley Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Ripley Junior High School offer ?
South Ripley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Ripley Junior High School part of?
South Ripley Junior High School is part of South Ripley Com Sch Corp School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 161 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : South Ripley Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 219.7 square miles in Versailles, IN. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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