Perry Meridian High School is a high school in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is one of two public high schools serving grades nine through twelve in the Perry Township, along with Southport High School.
Serving 2,455 students in grades 9-12, Perry Meridian High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry Meridian High School serves the west part of its school district in Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 26.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 5.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Perry Meridian High School's student population of 2,455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,455 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Motto
Perry Meridian High School Falcons Believe
School Rankings
Perry Meridian High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Meridian High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#988 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Silver and Blue
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Meridian High School's ranking?
Perry Meridian High School is ranked #988 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Perry Meridian High School often compared to?
Perry Meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Perry Meridian High School is 93%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Perry Meridian High School?
2,455 students attend Perry Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Perry Meridian High School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Meridian High School?
Perry Meridian High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry Meridian High School offer ?
Perry Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry Meridian High School part of?
Perry Meridian High School is part of Perry Township Schools.
In what neighborhood is Perry Meridian High School located?
Perry Meridian High School is located in the Hill Valley neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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