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Perry Junior-senior High School

High School · PERRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

33 WATKINS AVE, Perry, NY 14530

Enrollment

341

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,775 of 4,742

In Perry

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

PERRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Perry Junior-senior High School

5.9/10

High School in Perry · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Perry Junior-senior High School

Perry Junior-senior High School is a public high school in Perry, NY, part of PERRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Perry Junior-senior High School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Perry Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,775 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Perry Junior-senior High School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Perry Junior-senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.2 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,708
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Perry Junior-senior High School — Students at Perry Junior-senior High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
30.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
54.5% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
40.3%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
29%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Perry Junior-senior High School Compares

See how Perry Junior-senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in NY
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

33 WATKINS AVE, Perry, NY 14530

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Perry Junior-senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WARSAW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Warsaw), which scores notably higher. Another option is LETCHWORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Gainesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GENESEO MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Geneseo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Perry, see our Perry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Perry 0.3 mi 4.6
SILVER LAKE MENNONITE SCHOOL Perry 4.8 mi
CASTILE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Castile 7.0 mi
MOUNT MORRIS MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mount Morris 6.6 mi 6.0
MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Morris 6.6 mi 4.8
WYOMING CENTRAL SCHOOL Wyoming 8.1 mi 4.7
WARSAW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw 6.9 mi 8.0
WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw 6.9 mi 6.2
WARSAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warsaw 6.9 mi 4.7
PAVILION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pavilion 10.2 mi 5.5
D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion 10.2 mi 4.7
LETCHWORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gainesville 8.8 mi 8.0
LETCHWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville 8.8 mi 4.9
LETCHWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville 8.8 mi 6.5
YORK CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Retsof 9.1 mi 5.5
YORK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Retsof 9.1 mi 5.9
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 11.5 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Perry Junior-senior High School

What grades does Perry Junior-senior High School serve?

Perry Junior-senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Perry Junior-senior High School?

Perry Junior-senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Perry Junior-senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Perry Junior-senior High School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Perry Junior-senior High School rank in NY?

Perry Junior-senior High School ranks #2,775 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Perry Junior-senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Perry Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Junior-senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Perry Junior-senior High School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Perry Junior-senior High School a charter school?

No, Perry Junior-senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Perry Junior-senior High School a Title I school?

No, Perry Junior-senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perry Junior-senior High School?

47.2% of students at Perry Junior-senior High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wyoming County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

PERRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
769
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,708
District Rank
#1 of 2

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