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Perry County High School

Perry County, Tennessee

C
Satisfactory

2.6 / 5.0

C2.6 / 5.0
Satisfactory

High School · 2024-25

Overall Performance Summary

Perry County High School earned an overall grade of C with a score of 2.6 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of high schools in Perry County. The school ranks #4 out of 5 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 2.5.

This satisfactory rating suggests that Perry County High School has meaningful opportunities to improve student outcomes across several accountability measures.

AverageCNeeds ImprovementFAverageCExcellentA

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

30% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

10% weight

Excellent

A
5.0/ 5.0

Evaluates how well a school prepares students for life after graduation through ACT scores, graduation rates, and career readiness.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

C 50%
F 30%
C 10%
A 10%

The final score of 2.6is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 25.8% of students at Perry County High School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in ELA (High) at 36.3%, while Math (High) at 15.1% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

ELA (High): 36.3% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Math (High): 15.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (High): 26.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (High): 25.0% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

Perry County High School shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.5 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Numeracy

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Science

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Social Studies

4.0
of 5.0

Exceeding expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 24.5% of all students at Perry County High School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments. Among economically disadvantaged students, the rate was 10.8%, representing a 13.7 percentage point gap that warrants attention.

All Students
24.5%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
10.8%

Below the proficiency benchmark

College & Career Readiness

Metrics that measure how well students are prepared for postsecondary success.

College and career readiness is a critical indicator of long-term student outcomes. Perry County High School reports a ready graduate rate of 29.6%.

Overall Rate
83.3%

Strong performance

ACT Ready
29.6%

Moderate performance

Postsecondary
53.7

Reported metric

Industry Cert
74.1%

Strong performance

Military Ready
35.2%

Moderate performance

How Does Perry County High School Compare?

Overall score compared to the Perry County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 2.6, Perry County High School is above the Perry County average of 2.5 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 5 schools in Perry County, this school holds the #4 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Perry County High School’s performance data.

What grade did Perry County High School receive?
Perry County High School received an overall grade of C (Satisfactory) with a score of 2.6 out of 5.0 for the 2024-25 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and college and career readiness indicators.
How does Perry County High School compare to other Perry County schools?
Perry County High School ranks #4 out of 5 schools in Perry County. The county average score is 2.5, and Perry County High School’s score of 2.6 is above that average. This places the school among the stronger performers in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Perry County High School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Perry County High School’s average growth score of 2.5 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Perry County High School above or below the state average?
Perry County High School’s score of 2.6 is below the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school has room to improve to reach the statewide benchmark.
Which subjects are strongest at Perry County High School?
The highest proficiency rate is in ELA (High) at 36.3%, while the lowest is in Math (High) at 15.1%. Across all 4 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 25.8%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2024-25 School Year