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#1150 of 1,786 schools in TN
Ripley Middle School
Middle School · Lauderdale County
309 Charles Griggs AVE, Ripley, TN 38063
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,150 of 1,786
In Ripley
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Lauderdale County
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Ripley Middle School
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About Ripley Middle School
Ripley Middle School is a public middle school in Ripley, TN, part of Lauderdale County. Ripley Middle School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ripley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Ripley Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ripley Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Ripley Middle School — Students at Ripley Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Ripley Middle School Compares
See how Ripley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
309 Charles Griggs AVE, Ripley, TN 38063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ripley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Halls Junior High School (rated 7.2/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Halls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haywood Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Brighton Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Brighton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ripley, see our Ripley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ripley Primary Ripley | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Ripley Elementary Ripley | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Ripley High School Ripley | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Covington High School Covington | 13.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Crestview Elementary Covington | 13.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Charger Academy Covington | 13.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Tipton County Alternative Learning Center Covington | 13.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Crestview Middle School Covington | 13.8 mi | 4.5 |
| TIPTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covington | 14.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Halls High School Halls | 13.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Halls Junior High School Halls | 13.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Halls Elementary School Halls | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Austin Peay Elementary School Covington | 19.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Holice Powell Elementary Dyersburg | 19.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Haywood Middle School Brownsville | 17.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ARMOREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Armorel | 18.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Brighton Elementary Brighton | 20.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ARMOREL HIGH SCHOOL Armorel | 18.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Brighton Middle School Brighton | 20.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Haywood Elementary Brownsville | 18.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,578
Median Home Value
$137,600
Median Rent
$731/mo
Population
15,947
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cheatham Middle School Ashland City, TN | 5.8 |
| Church Hill Intermediate School Church Hill, TN | 5.8 |
| Mt. Pleasant Middle Visual Perform. Arts Mt. Pleasant, TN | 5.8 |
| Pigeon Forge Junior High School Pigeon Forge, TN | 5.8 |
| Raleigh Egypt Middle School Memphis, TN | 5.7 |
| Rucker Stewart Middle Gallatin, TN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ripley Middle School
What grades does Ripley Middle School serve?
Ripley Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ripley Middle School?
Ripley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ripley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ripley Middle School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ripley Middle School rank in TN?
Ripley Middle School ranks #1,150 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Ripley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ripley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ripley Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ripley Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ripley Middle School a charter school?
No, Ripley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ripley Middle School a Title I school?
No, Ripley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lauderdale County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (731) 635-1391
Resources & Links
District
Lauderdale County- District Enrollment
- 3,360
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,162
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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