Serving 343 students in grades 3-5, Perry Browne Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Browne Intermediate School's student population of 343 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
School Rankings
Perry Browne Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Browne Intermediate School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4114 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
95%
40%
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
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Browne Intermediate School's ranking?
Perry Browne Intermediate School is ranked #4114 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Perry Browne Intermediate School?
343 students attend Perry Browne Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Perry Browne Intermediate School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Browne Intermediate School?
Perry Browne Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Perry Browne Intermediate School offer ?
Perry Browne Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry Browne Intermediate School part of?
Perry Browne Intermediate School is part of Norwich City School District.
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