Serving 460 students in grades 3-5, Ripley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ripley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ripley Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
School Rankings
Ripley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripley Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1365 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
54%
20%
White
35%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripley Elementary School's ranking?
Ripley Elementary School is ranked #1365 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Ripley Elementary School?
460 students attend Ripley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ripley Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Ripley Elementary School offer ?
Ripley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ripley Elementary School part of?
Ripley Elementary School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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