Perry Central High School

Perry Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
9899 Highway 98,  New Augusta, MS
Perry County School District
2.9
4.8
272 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Titus Hines
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
19%
College Prep
Average ACT
21
Math
19
English
20
Reading
22
Science
21
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
21.6%
State Average
18%
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
278:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.4%
Female
49.6%
White
65.8%
Black
29.5%
Two or more races
3.2%
Hispanic
1.4%

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.
Jones County Junior College 51 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 49 Students
Pearl River Community College 45 Students
Mississippi State University 40 Students
University of Mississippi 26 Students
William Carey University 26 Students
The University of Alabama 19 Students
Millsaps College 16 Students
University of South Alabama 13 Students
Alabama State University 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 14 Students
Biology 7 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 6 Students
Veterinary Sciences 5 Students
Athletic Training 5 Students
Business 4 Students
Radiologic Technician 4 Students
Veterinary Technician and Assistant 4 Students
Health Professions 4 Students
Dental Hygiene 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.9 45 Reviews
4.0 Junior
6/27/2023
I love the people but the academics and overall care for student scholars is put below student athletes.
4.0 NicheUser
12/9/2014
Sports is my favorite part of school.
4.0 NicheUser
12/9/2014
I thoroughly enjoy the sports.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 4 Reviews
4.0 teacher
12/7/2010
Very caring staff/faculty. Students are respectful for the most part I know that teachers and administrators worry and care about their students.
5.0 student
10/30/2009
5.0 parent
6/6/2009
5.0 student
8/26/2007

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Perry Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in New Augusta, MS and is served by the Perry County School District in Mississippi. The school has a total enrollment of 272 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Perry Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 87%, and the average ACT score is 21. Discover additional schools in the area, like Perry County Alternative Center, Perry Co Voc Complex, Perry Central Middle School, and more. Learn more about what New Augusta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Perry Central High School.

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