Jackson County Schools School District
School District · Ripley, West Virginia
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
12
8 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,226
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
12
8 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,226
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Evaluating Jackson County Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Jackson County Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Fairplain Elementary School
Ripley · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Evans Elementary School
Evans · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Ripley Middle School
Ripley · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
West Virginia rank
#9 of 55
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.8
above West Virginia avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,226
$198 vs West Virginia median
District size
4,037 students
Larger than West Virginia median
The short answer
Jackson County Schools ranks #9 of 55 West Virginia districts by overall school rating. Jackson County Schools's schools with real test data average 7.1/10 across 11 schools. Its top-rated schools are Fairplain Elementary School (9.7/10), Evans Elementary School (9.4/10), and Ripley Middle School (7.9/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Jackson County Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (11 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairplain Elementary School | 9.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Evans Elementary School | 9.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Ripley Middle School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Gilmore Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Ripley Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Ravenswood Grade School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Cottageville Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Ravenswood Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Ripley High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Kenna Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
See all 12 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Jackson County Schools
Jackson County Schools is a Ripley, West Virginia school district serving 12 schools. The district educates 4,037 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1. The district invests $14,226 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.1/10, Jackson County Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Fairplain Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.7/10.
In standardized testing, Jackson County Schools students show an average math proficiency of 48.0% and ELA proficiency of 52.8%.
The district includes 8 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Jackson County Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Jackson County Schools with test data.
Schools in Jackson County Schools
12 schools Elementary Schools 8
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- West Virginia
- City
- Ripley
- Total Enrollment
- 4,037
- Teachers (FTE)
- 325
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jackson County Schools?
Jackson County Schools has 12 schools in total — 8 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Jackson County Schools?
The average composite rating for Jackson County Schools is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Jackson County Schools?
Jackson County Schools spends $14,226 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jackson County Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Jackson County Schools is 12.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Jackson County Schools?
Fairplain Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Jackson County Schools with a composite score of 9.7/10.
What are the test scores in Jackson County Schools?
Across schools in Jackson County Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 48.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 52.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Jackson County Schools compare to other districts in West Virginia?
Jackson County Schools has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 12 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in West Virginia by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 48.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 52.8%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, West Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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