Below Average
#3874 of 4,742 schools in NY
Perry Elementary School
Elementary School · PERRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
50 OLIN AVE, Perry, NY 14530
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,874 of 4,742
In Perry
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
PERRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Perry Elementary School
Perry Elementary School is a public elementary school in Perry, NY, part of PERRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Perry Elementary School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Perry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,874 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Perry Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Perry Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Perry Elementary School — Students at Perry Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Perry Elementary School Compares
See how Perry Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 OLIN AVE, Perry, NY 14530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perry Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LETCHWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), which scores notably higher. Another option is YORK CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Retsof), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Morris), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Perry, see our Perry schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PERRY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Perry | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SILVER LAKE MENNONITE SCHOOL Perry | 4.9 mi | — |
| CASTILE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Castile | 7.2 mi | — |
| MOUNT MORRIS MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mount Morris | 6.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Morris | 6.3 mi | 4.8 |
| WYOMING CENTRAL SCHOOL Wyoming | 8.2 mi | 4.7 |
| WARSAW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw | 7.2 mi | 8.0 |
| WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw | 7.2 mi | 6.2 |
| WARSAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warsaw | 7.2 mi | 4.7 |
| YORK CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Retsof | 8.9 mi | 5.5 |
| YORK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Retsof | 8.9 mi | 5.9 |
| PAVILION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pavilion | 10.1 mi | 5.5 |
| D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion | 10.2 mi | 4.7 |
| LETCHWORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville | 9.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LETCHWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 9.0 mi | 4.9 |
| LETCHWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 9.0 mi | 6.5 |
| DALTON-NUNDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nunda | 10.6 mi | 3.9 |
| DALTON-NUNDA SECONDARY SCHOOL Nunda | 10.6 mi | 5.1 |
| DALTON-NUNDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Nunda | 10.6 mi | 4.5 |
| GENESEO MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Geneseo | 11.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,168
Median Home Value
$131,900
Median Rent
$745/mo
Population
6,396
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
68.7%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton, NY | 4.6 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 4.6 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany, NY | 4.6 |
| CAIRO-DURHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cairo, NY | 4.6 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 4.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION Bronx, NY | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perry Elementary School
What grades does Perry Elementary School serve?
Perry Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Perry Elementary School?
Perry Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perry Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Perry Elementary School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perry Elementary School rank in NY?
Perry Elementary School ranks #3,874 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Perry Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Perry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Perry Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Perry Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Perry Elementary School a charter school?
No, Perry Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Perry Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Perry Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perry Elementary School?
39.0% of students at Perry Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wyoming County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (585) 237-0270
Resources & Links
District
PERRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 769
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,708
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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