Serving 711 students in grades 5-6, Perry Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry Hill Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Shelton school district, covering approximately 31.9 square miles. The zone is located in Shelton, CT, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Hill Elementary School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
711 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Hill Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#399 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Perry Hill Elementary School is ranked #399 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Perry Hill Elementary School?
711 students attend Perry Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Perry Hill Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Hill Elementary School?
Perry Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Perry Hill Elementary School offer ?
Perry Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry Hill Elementary School part of?
Perry Hill Elementary School is part of Shelton School District.
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