Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Perryville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perryville Elementary School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perryville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perryville Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perryville Elementary School's ranking?
Perryville Elementary School is ranked #366 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Perryville Elementary School?
464 students attend Perryville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Perryville Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perryville Elementary School?
Perryville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perryville Elementary School offer ?
Perryville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perryville Elementary School part of?
Perryville Elementary School is part of Perryville School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My kids go to P.E.S and both of them love it. They sometimes have lame field trips, but overall it is great academically. Also the teachers are pretty friendly. I wish more of the parents were more involved.
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