Perry County High School

Perry County High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1056 Squirrel Hollow Dr,  Linden, TN
Perry County School District
3.1
3.4
299 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Michael Rhodes
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
25
Full Time Teachers
25
Teachers in First or Second Year
8%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
23
Reading
24
Science
21
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

English
21.7%
State Average
56.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
268:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.4%
Female
47.6%
White
92.2%
Black
4.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.7%
Native American
1%
Hispanic
<1%
Two or more races
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Tennessee at Martin 48 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 41 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 26 Students
University of North Alabama 24 Students
Austin Peay State University 23 Students
Tennessee Technological University 20 Students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 19 Students
University of Memphis 17 Students
Columbia State Community College 14 Students
Belmont University 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 16 Students
Business 14 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 6 Students
Education 5 Students
Physical Therapy 5 Students
Veterinary Sciences 5 Students
Radiologic Technician 5 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 4 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 4 Students
Healthcare Management 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.1 39 Reviews
3.0 NicheUser
3/17/2015
Computers are mainly used for the research aspect. Most of our lessons come from books, and lectures. The teachers are almost always willing to help if it is needed.
3.0 NicheUser
3/17/2015
The school system is a good one to get an education from. The teachers are often willing to help the students if the need help with the assignments.
3.0 NicheUser
3/17/2015
Our school could use a few more opportunities for the students to become active. We don not have a diverse selection of sports, but the few that we do have, we are very proud of.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/22/2023
This school is awesome i got a girlfriend and made some friends its pretty good.
2.0 student
2/18/2015
People say that our high school is "close-knit", but in reality, the school is almost separated into an ancient Egyptian caste system. You have the jocks and cheerleaders, equivalent of pharaohs. The so-called "nerds" are basically peasants, and anyone below that is the modern-day slave. Most of the...
5.0 teacher
7/2/2012
Community based, caring teachers & staff. Perry County is a small town that cares for everyone.
3.0 parent
4/23/2012
This school is very focused... on sports. They have finally started replacing the teachers just drawing a paycheck with those wanting to teach. The principal is very accommodating if you have a problem or question; but, the superintendent makes your situation sound important yet he does nothing. The...

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Perry County High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Linden, TN and is served by the Perry County School District in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 299 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. Perry County High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like Keys Kademy, Highland Retreat Academy, Hohenwald Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Linden has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Perry County High School.

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