Serving 3,174 students in grades 8-12, Perry High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Perry High School's student population of 3,174 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
3,174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perry High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#462 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
18%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry High School's ranking?
Perry High School is ranked #462 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Perry High School often compared to?
Perry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basha High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry High School?
The graduation rate of Perry High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Perry High School?
3,174 students attend Perry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Perry High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry High School?
Perry High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Perry High School offer ?
Perry High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Perry High School part of?
Perry High School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
High School Graduations - Last Day of School (1/2 DAY)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School for Students
July 17, 2024 (Wednesday)
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