RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL

JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
2 SCHOOL STREET
RIPLEY, WV 25271
812 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
812
Total Students
52.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    785 (96.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    9 (1.1 %)
  • Two or More
    8 (1.0 %)
  • Black
    7 (0.9 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
Phone: (304)372-7355
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 812
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 247
Grade 10 209
Grade 11 195
Grade 12 161
Gender Ratio