RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL

RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Jackson County Schools school district, located in RIPLEY, WV with about 924 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 54 teachers, RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 HIGH SCHOOL, located in Ripley, West Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for Jackson County. As a cornerstone of the community, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic achievement and a robust extracurricular program. The campus serves a diverse student body from the surrounding area, fostering an environment that emphasizes both college readiness and vocational development to prepare students for a variety of post-graduation pathways.

Beyond its academic curriculum, RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL is perhaps most recognized for its strong school spirit and active participation in West Virginia secondary athletics and arts programs. The school plays a central role in the social fabric of Ripley, frequently serving as a hub for community events and regional activities. With a focus on student growth and community involvement, the school aims to cultivate responsible citizens who are prepared to contribute to their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 372-7355 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2 SCHOOL STREET
RIPLEY, WV 25271
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RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in RIPLEY, WV with about 924 enrolled students. See other public high schools in West Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
924
Teachers:
54.95
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 924 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 97% of the student body.

White
96.9%
Hispanic/Latino
1.1%
Black or African American
0.9%
Two or more races
0.9%
Asian
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

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.