Best Schools in Ripley, New York
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Ripley Central School
Elementary · Ripley Central School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$103,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$103,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ripley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ripley Central School | 5.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $50,061
- Median home value
- $103,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ripley compares
Median household income
$50k
54% of New York median
About Schools in Ripley, New York
Ripley, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Ripley show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ripley is Ripley Central School with a composite score of 5.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ripley is served by 1 school district: RIPLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 140 students.
Ripley's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,061. The poverty rate in the area is 12.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 136 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.5 |
Schools in Ripley
Ripley, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,061
Median Home Value
$103,400
Median Rent
$628/mo
Population
2,272
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Community Profile
Ripley has a median household income of $50,061. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,400, with a median rent of $628/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- New York
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ripley, New York
How many schools are in Ripley, New York?
Ripley has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ripley, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ripley is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ripley, New York?
The top-ranked school in Ripley on MySchoolScout is Ripley Central School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ripley, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ripley on MySchoolScout is Ripley Central School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Ripley, New York?
Ripley is served by 1 school district: Ripley Central School District.
What is the education level in Ripley, New York?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Ripley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ripley, New York?
The median household income in Ripley is approximately $50,061 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ripley, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ripley is 6.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ripley, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.