Serving 549 students in grades 9-12, Perry High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Perry, IA, encompassing an area of approximately 154.3 square miles. Typically, students can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry High School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#908 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
55%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
38%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry High School's ranking?
Perry High School is ranked #908 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Perry High School often compared to?
Perry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry Middle School, Perry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry High School?
The graduation rate of Perry High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Perry High School?
549 students attend Perry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Perry High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 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 High School?
Perry High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry High School offer ?
Perry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry High School part of?
Perry High School is part of Perry Comm School District.
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