Serving 2,350 students in grades 9-12, Perry Meridian High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perry Meridian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Perry Meridian High School's student population of 2,350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perry Meridian High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Meridian High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
9%
13%
White
47%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Meridian High School's ranking?
Perry Meridian High School is ranked #1066 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Perry Meridian High School often compared to?
Perry Meridian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perry Meridian High School?
The graduation rate of Perry Meridian High School is 94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Perry Meridian High School?
2,350 students attend Perry Meridian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Perry Meridian High School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry Meridian High School?
Perry Meridian High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Perry Meridian High School offer ?
Perry Meridian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Perry Meridian High School part of?
Perry Meridian High School is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Perry Meridian High School located?
Perry Meridian High School is located in the Hill Valley neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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