Serving 436 students in grades 7-12, Perryville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perryville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Perryville High School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perryville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perryville High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#610 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
94%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perryville High School's ranking?
Perryville High School is ranked #610 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Perryville High School?
The graduation rate of Perryville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Perryville High School?
436 students attend Perryville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Perryville High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perryville High School?
Perryville High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perryville High School offer ?
Perryville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perryville High School part of?
Perryville High School is part of Perryville School District.
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