Serving 570 students in grades 6-8, Ripley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 14:1 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 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ripley Middle School's student population of 570 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Ripley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 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 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripley Middle School's ranking?
Ripley Middle School is ranked #256 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
570 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 14:1, 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 District.
School Reviews
2 1/20/2020
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.
5 11/12/2014
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.
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