Serving 42 students in grades 4-12, Perry County Virtual School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry County Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Perry County Virtual School's student population of 42 students has declined by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Perry County Virtual School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry County Virtual School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#777 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
100%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry County Virtual School's ranking?
Perry County Virtual School is ranked #777 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry County Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Perry County Virtual School is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Perry County Virtual School?
42 students attend Perry County Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Perry County Virtual School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry County Virtual School?
Perry County Virtual School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry County Virtual School offer ?
Perry County Virtual School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Perry County Virtual School part of?
Perry County Virtual School is part of Perry County School District.
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