Serving 697 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Perry Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Central Elementary School's student population of 697 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perry Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Central Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#530 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
97%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Central Elementary School's ranking?
Perry Central Elementary School is ranked #530 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Perry Central Elementary School often compared to?
Perry Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Tell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Perry Central Elementary School?
697 students attend Perry Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Perry Central Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry Central Elementary School?
Perry Central Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry Central Elementary School offer ?
Perry Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Perry Central Elementary School part of?
Perry Central Elementary School is part of Perry Central Com Schools Corp School District.
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