Perryton High School is a public high school located in Perryton, Texas and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is part of the Perryton Independent School District located in north central Ochiltree County. In 2011, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 588 students in grades 9-12, Perryton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perryton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Perryton High School's student population of 588 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Perryton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perryton High School is 0.37, 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
#1653 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ranger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perryton High School's ranking?
Perryton High School is ranked #1653 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perryton High School?
The graduation rate of Perryton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Perryton High School?
588 students attend Perryton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Perryton High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perryton High School?
Perryton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perryton High School offer ?
Perryton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Perryton High School part of?
Perryton High School is part of Perryton Independent School District.
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