Serving 638 students in grades 9-12, Ripley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ripley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ripley High School's student population of 638 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ripley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripley High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1519 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
58%
21%
White
35%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripley High School's ranking?
Ripley High School is ranked #1519 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ripley High School?
The graduation rate of Ripley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ripley High School?
638 students attend Ripley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ripley High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ripley High School?
Ripley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ripley High School offer ?
Ripley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ripley High School part of?
Ripley High School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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