PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Perry County School District school district, located in New Augusta, MS with about 277 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL, located in New Augusta, Mississippi, serves as a central educational hub for students within the Perry County School District. Situated along Highway 98 East, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success. The institution emphasizes a balance of rigorous classroom instruction, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement, aiming to foster both the intellectual and personal growth of its student body.

As part of the broader Perry County School District, the high school works to align its curriculum with state standards while maintaining a supportive culture tailored to the needs of a rural Mississippi community. Through its online presence, the school provides parents and students with essential resources regarding academic calendars, district policies, and ongoing school events. By focusing on student achievement and character development, PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL strives to equip its graduates with the tools necessary to contribute effectively to their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 964-3235 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9899 Hwy 98 East
New Augusta, MS 39462
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PERRY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in New Augusta, MS with about 277 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
277
Teachers:
19.82
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 277 students

White
64.6%
Black or African American
33.9%
Hispanic/Latino
1.4%

Female
46.6%
Male
53.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.