Serving 521 students in grades 6-8, Perry Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Perry Middle School's student population of 521 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Perry Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1499 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
13%
17%
White
52%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Middle School's ranking?
Perry Middle School is ranked #1499 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Perry Middle School?
521 students attend Perry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Perry Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry Middle School?
Perry Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Perry Middle School offer ?
Perry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Perry Middle School part of?
Perry Middle School is part of Worthington City School District.
In what neighborhood is Perry Middle School located?
Perry Middle School is located in the Perry Highlands neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Perry Highlands.
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