Perry Central Junior-Senior High School is a public high school located in Leopold, Indiana. It formed in 1962 as a consolidation of Leopold High School, Oil Township High School, and Tobinsport High School. Initially the Oil Township High building was used for the consolidated school.
Serving 541 students in grades 7-12, Perry Central Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Central Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Perry Central Jr-sr High School's student population of 541 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Perry Central Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Central Jr-sr High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Hispanic
1%
15%
White
97%
62%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Central Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Perry Central Jr-sr High School is ranked #779 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Perry Central Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Perry Central Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tell City Jr-sr High School, Cannelton Elementary & High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry Central Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Perry Central Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Perry Central Jr-sr High School?
541 students attend Perry Central Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Perry Central Jr-sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Central Jr-sr High School?
Perry Central Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry Central Jr-sr High School offer ?
Perry Central Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Perry Central Jr-sr High School part of?
Perry Central Jr-sr High School is part of Perry Central Com Schools Corp.
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