RIPLEY CO. ELEM.

RIPLEY CO. ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RIPLEY CO. R-IV school district, located in DONIPHAN, MO with about 120 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, RIPLEY CO. ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ripley County Elementary, located in Doniphan, Missouri, is a unique educational institution that operates under the name **Lone Star School**. As a small, rural school district, it functions as a K-8 facility dedicated to providing foundational education within the close-knit Ripley County community. The school emphasizes a personalized learning environment, leveraging its small size to foster strong relationships between students, teachers, and local families.

Academically and operationally, the school focuses on the core requirements of the Missouri state curriculum while maintaining a traditional, community-centered approach to schooling. By utilizing its official website (lonestarschool.org), the district provides resources and communication channels for parents and community members to stay informed about school events, board policies, and educational standards. Overall, Ripley County Elementary serves as a vital anchor for the families in the Doniphan area, prioritizing student growth and local engagement.

For more information, contact RIPLEY CO. ELEM. at (573) 996-7118 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.