RIPLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Ripley Primary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lauderdale County school district, located in Ripley, TN with about 730 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 57 teachers, Ripley Primary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 Primary School, located at 225 Volz Road in Ripley, Tennessee, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Lauderdale County School District. Dedicated to the academic and social development of its youngest students, the school focuses on creating a supportive environment where children can build essential literacy, numeracy, and interpersonal skills. By emphasizing early childhood education, Ripley Primary aims to establish a strong academic trajectory for its pupils as they transition through their formative years.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community, operating under the broader mission of the Lauderdale County School District to provide quality instruction and equitable opportunities for all learners. Through its official website, the school maintains communication with families regarding curriculum standards, extracurricular activities, and district-wide initiatives. Ripley Primary remains committed to fostering a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom culture that encourages curiosity and prepares students for future success in their academic careers.

For more information, contact Ripley Primary at (731) 635-0691 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

225 Volz RD
Ripley, TN 38063
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RIPLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Ripley, TN with about 730 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Lauderdale County
Total Students:
730
Teachers:
57
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 730 students

Black or African American
50.4%
White
42.2%
Two or more races
4.4%
Hispanic/Latino
2.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
46.8%
Male
53.2%

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.