Serving 225 students in grades 3-4, Perry Lower Intrmd School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Lower Intrmd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Perry Lower Intrmd School's student population of 225 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Perry Lower Intrmd School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Lower Intrmd School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Lower Intrmd School's ranking?
Perry Lower Intrmd School is ranked #1272 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Perry Lower Intrmd School often compared to?
Perry Lower Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School, Hartman Intrmd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Perry Lower Intrmd School?
225 students attend Perry Lower Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Perry Lower Intrmd School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Lower Intrmd School?
Perry Lower Intrmd School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perry Lower Intrmd School offer ?
Perry Lower Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry Lower Intrmd School part of?
Perry Lower Intrmd School is part of Ellwood City Area School District.
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