Serving 178 students in grades 6-8, Perry Central Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Augusta Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in New Augusta, MS, covering an area of approximately 331.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest points of the attendance zone located up to 23.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Central Middle School's student population of 178 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To empower all stakeholders to become actively engaged in every aspect of the school community.
School Rankings
Perry Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Central Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#632 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Central Middle School's ranking?
Perry Central Middle School is ranked #632 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Perry Central Middle School?
178 students attend Perry Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Perry Central Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Central Middle School?
Perry Central Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry Central Middle School offer ?
Perry Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry Central Middle School part of?
Perry Central Middle School is part of Perry County School District.
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