Serving 484 students in grades 6-8, Perry Heights Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Perry Heights Middle School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry Heights Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Heights Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#247 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
5%
13%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Heights Middle School's ranking?
Perry Heights Middle School is ranked #247 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Perry Heights Middle School often compared to?
Perry Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Perry Heights Middle School?
484 students attend Perry Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Perry Heights Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Heights Middle School?
Perry Heights Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry Heights Middle School offer ?
Perry Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry Heights Middle School part of?
Perry Heights Middle School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Perry Heights Middle School located?
Perry Heights Middle School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Evansville, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Westside.
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