Serving 825 students in grades 6-8, Perry Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perry Middle serves the northeast part of Carrollton, TX, within an attendance area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the boundary and the furthest edge being 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Middle School's student population of 825 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
825 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Perry Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4369 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
78%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dewitt Perry Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Middle School's ranking?
Perry Middle School is ranked #4369 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Perry Middle School often compared to?
Perry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polk Middle School, Great Hearts Irving by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Perry Middle School?
825 students attend Perry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Perry Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Middle School?
Perry Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Perry Middle School located?
Perry Middle School is located in the Original Town neighborhood of Carrollton, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Original Town.
School Reviews
Review Perry Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
