Serving 262 students in grades 9-12, Perry Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Central High School's student population of 262 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Perry Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Central High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#391 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
23%
45%
White
54%
40%
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Central High School's ranking?
Perry Central High School is ranked #391 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry Central High School?
The graduation rate of Perry Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Perry Central High School?
262 students attend Perry Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Perry Central High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Central High School?
Perry Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry Central High School offer ?
Perry Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry Central High School part of?
Perry Central High School is part of Perry County School District.
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