Perry High School is a high school in Perry, Georgia, United States. The school serves Perry, Georgia. It is part of the Houston County School District. The two feeder schools are Perry Middle School and Mossy Creek Middle School. The mascot of Perry High School is the Panther. The school's colors are maroon and gold.
Serving 1,615 students in grades 9-12, Perry High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Perry High School's student population of 1,615 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,615 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
34%
36%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry High School's ranking?
Perry High School is ranked #702 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Perry High School often compared to?
Perry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houston County High School, Veterans High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry High School?
The graduation rate of Perry High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Perry High School?
1,615 students attend Perry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Perry High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry High School?
Perry High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry High School offer ?
Perry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry High School part of?
Perry High School is part of Houston County School District.
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