For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 555 students in Peru, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in Peru, NY is Peru High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Peru, NY public high school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Peru have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public high schools.
Peru, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Peru High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Peru, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peru High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17 School St
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6400
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Peru, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Peru, NY include Peru High School.
How many public high schools are located in Peru?
1 public high schools are located in Peru.
What is the racial composition of students in Peru?
Peru public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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