RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL

RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the BAKERRIPLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 324 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 20 teachers, RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL, located on Navigation Boulevard in Houston’s East End, operates under the umbrella of Neighborhood Centers Inc. (now known as BakerRipley). The school is deeply integrated into the surrounding community, serving as a pillar of a larger support network that focuses on education, family stability, and economic empowerment. It typically serves students in the elementary grade levels, emphasizing a holistic approach to learning that addresses both the academic needs of the child and the socioeconomic needs of the family unit.

As a charter school, Ripley House maintains a unique identity by leveraging the extensive social services offered by the BakerRipley organization. This model allows the school to provide a wrap-around educational experience, often offering access to after-school programs, parental support, and community resources that go beyond a traditional classroom curriculum. By fostering a nurturing and culturally responsive environment, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and prepare its students—many of whom come from historically underserved populations—for success in middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL at (713) 315-6480 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.