Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Perry Elementary 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 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Perry, NY, covering approximately 69.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Yellowjackets
School Rankings
Perry Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3159 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Elementary School's ranking?
Perry Elementary School is ranked #3159 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Perry Elementary School often compared to?
Perry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Letchworth Elementary School, Warsaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Perry Elementary School?
411 students attend Perry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Perry Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Elementary School?
Perry Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Perry Elementary School offer ?
Perry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry Elementary School part of?
Perry Elementary School is part of Perry Central School District.
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