Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Perry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lima, OH, covering approximately 33.7 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Elementary School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Perry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#1859 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
24%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
55%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Elementary School's ranking?
Perry Elementary School is ranked #1859 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Perry Elementary School often compared to?
Perry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Elementary School, Maplewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Perry Elementary School?
408 students attend Perry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Perry Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Elementary School?
Perry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Perry Elementary School offer ?
Perry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry Elementary School part of?
Perry Elementary School is part of Perry Local School District.
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