Perry Alternative School serves 15 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
15 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
7%
7%
White
86%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Perry Alternative School?
15 students attend Perry Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Perry Alternative School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry Alternative School?
Perry Alternative School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry Alternative School offer ?
Perry Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Perry Alternative School part of?
Perry Alternative School is part of Perry Community School District.
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