Serving 1,278 students in grades 7-8, Perry Meridian Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 64% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry Meridian Middle School serves the west part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 26.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edges of the zone located about 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Meridian Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Perry Meridian Middle School's student population of 1,278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,278 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry Meridian Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Meridian Middle 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
#561 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
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 ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Meridian Middle School's ranking?
Perry Meridian Middle School is ranked #561 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Perry Meridian Middle School often compared to?
Perry Meridian Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Grove Middle School Central, Southport Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Perry Meridian Middle School?
1,278 students attend Perry Meridian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Perry Meridian Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Meridian Middle School?
Perry Meridian Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry Meridian Middle School offer ?
Perry Meridian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry Meridian Middle School part of?
Perry Meridian Middle School is part of Perry Township Schools.
In what neighborhood is Perry Meridian Middle School located?
Perry Meridian Middle School is located in the Hill Valley Estates neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hill Valley Estates.
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