Serving 857 students in grades 6-8, Perry Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Perry Middle School's student population of 857 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perry Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4025 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Middle School's ranking?
Perry Middle School is ranked #4025 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Perry Middle School often compared to?
Perry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polk Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Perry Middle School?
857 students attend Perry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Perry Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry Middle School?
Perry Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry Middle School offer ?
Perry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Perry Middle School part of?
Perry Middle School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Perry Middle School located?
Perry Middle School is located in the Original Town neighborhood of Carrollton, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Original Town.
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