Serving 1,119 students in grades 6-8, Perry Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Middle School's student population of 1,119 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perry Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perry Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#516 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
35%
36%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perry Middle School's ranking?
Perry Middle School is ranked #516 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Perry Middle School often compared to?
Perry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mossy Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Perry Middle School?
1,119 students attend Perry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Perry Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perry Middle School?
Perry Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Perry Middle School offer ?
Perry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Perry Middle School part of?
Perry Middle School is part of Houston County School District.
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