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 (2026)
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ripley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
19%
7%
Black
22%
45%
White
51%
40%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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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