Summary:
Perry, Georgia is served by a single middle school, Perry Middle School, which educates students in grades 6 through 8 within the Houston County School District.
Perry Middle School stands out for its exceptional performance in advanced coursework. In 2025-2026, 99% of students scored proficient or better in Algebra I, and 98.9% did so in High School Physical Science—rates that are roughly double the state averages. This is particularly noteworthy given that nearly 73% of the student body qualifies for free or reduced lunch. The school has also shown steady improvement in its state ranking, climbing from 113th in 2023-2024 to 96th in 2025-2026 out of roughly 580 schools, and it has maintained a 4-star rating throughout. While standard grade-level subjects like 8th grade science (40.5% proficient) and social studies (48.2%) are above state averages, the school's biggest competitive advantage clearly lies in its accelerated programs.
There are a few areas worth watching. Math proficiency dips notably in 7th grade (53.1%) compared to 6th (63.7%) and 8th (60.9%), a pattern also seen district-wide. Additionally, 8th grade math declined by nearly 7 points year-over-year, while science slipped slightly. On a positive note, chronic absenteeism sits at 16.2%, below the state average of 17.7%, and the school delivers strong outcomes relative to its per-student spending of $12,037. Social studies shows the smallest margin over the district (just 0.7 points), suggesting a potential area for targeted improvement. English Language Arts results were not included in this release and will be available in December.
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