RIPLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RIPLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the South Tippah School District school district, located in Ripley, MS with about 705 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 46 teachers, RIPLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 702 W. Terry Street in Ripley, Mississippi, serves as a primary educational institution within the South Tippah School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on foundational academic development, character building, and the holistic growth of its young students. By prioritizing student engagement and community involvement, the school aims to prepare children for future academic success while maintaining a curriculum aligned with state educational standards.
The school’s online presence serves as a hub for parents and guardians to stay connected with campus news, administrative updates, and educational resources. Through its affiliation with the South Tippah School District, Ripley Elementary emphasizes the importance of a collaborative partnership between educators and families to enhance the student experience. With a commitment to academic excellence and a nurturing atmosphere, the school plays a vital role in the Ripley community by shaping the educational journey of its elementary-aged learners.
For more information, contact RIPLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (662) 837-7203 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Ripley, MS 38663
(662) 837-7203
RIPLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Ripley, MS with about 705 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- South Tippah School District
- Total Students:
- 705
- Teachers:
- 46.37
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 705 students
- White
- 49.6%
- Black or African American
- 26.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 12.3%
- Two or more races
- 10.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.