Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Perry Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Perry Middle School's student population of 370 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Perry Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Middle School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#944 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
49%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
41%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Middle School's ranking?
Perry Middle School is ranked #944 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Perry Middle School often compared to?
Perry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry Elementary School, Perry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Perry Middle School?
370 students attend Perry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Perry Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Middle School?
Perry Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry Middle School offer ?
Perry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry Middle School part of?
Perry Middle School is part of Perry Comm School District.
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