South Tippah School District

The South Tippah School District in Mississippi operates 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 2 alternative schools. The district serves a diverse student population, with some schools demonstrating strong academic performance and others facing challenges.

The standout schools in the district are Ripley High School, which consistently ranks among the top high schools in the state, and Pine Grove High School, an alternative high school with impressive test scores. Ripley Elementary School also stands out, maintaining a 4-star rating and above-average test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

However, the district faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with all schools having extremely high free/reduced lunch rates, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. Additionally, the middle school, Ripley Middle School, has lower test scores and a lower rating compared to the other schools, suggesting potential areas for improvement in curriculum and instruction. The district also faces funding disparities, with the alternative schools receiving significantly more funding per student than the other schools.