Serving 743 students in grades 9-12, Perryville Sr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Perryville Sr. High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Perryville, MO, encompassing approximately 413.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perryville Sr. High School's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perryville Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perryville Sr. High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#912 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perryville Sr. High School's ranking?
Perryville Sr. High School is ranked #912 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perryville Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Perryville Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Perryville Sr. High School?
743 students attend Perryville Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Perryville Sr. High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perryville Sr. High School?
Perryville Sr. High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Perryville Sr. High School offer ?
Perryville Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perryville Sr. High School part of?
Perryville Sr. High School is part of Perry County 32 School District.
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