Perry County High School

Perry County
1056 Squirrel Hollow RD
Linden, TN 37096
294 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Perry County High School, located in Linden, Tennessee, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the students of Perry County. As part of the Perry County School District, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus is situated on Squirrel Hollow Road, acting as a central hub for the local community's student population.

The school emphasizes a blend of traditional classroom instruction and extracurricular engagement to help develop well-rounded individuals. By focusing on both core academic standards and personal growth, Perry County High School aims to instill the values of integrity, citizenship, and lifelong learning in its students. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding school calendars, athletic programs, faculty contact, or district policies, the school maintains an official digital presence at http://www.perrycountyschools.us.
294
Total Students
23.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    271 (92.2 %)
  • Black
    12 (4.1 %)
  • Asian
    5 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (1.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    2 (0.7 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Perry County
Phone: (931)589-2831
Website: http://www.perrycountyschools.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 294
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 92
Grade 10 69
Grade 11 63
Grade 12 70
Gender Ratio