Perry County Schools & Education
Perry County, Arkansas
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
48/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
92.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,305
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,160
School Score
48/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 38/100
State Score Position
#23
of 75 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Perry County
Measured School Summary
Perry County performs at an average level with a school score of 48/100 and a solid graduation rate of 92.9%.
Funding Context
At $6,305 per pupil, Perry County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 26% above the Arkansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Perry County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
4 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
48/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #23 of 75 Arkansas counties with school score data.
Completion
92.9%
2.6 pts above the state average
Funding context
$6,305
$145 above the state average
School coverage
4
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Perry County has 4 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Perry County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Perry County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#23
of 75 Arkansas counties with school score data. The county score is 10 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
PERRYVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
904 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
EAST END SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
667 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
EAST END SCHOOL DISTRICT is the largest listed district slice, with 2 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Perry County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Perry County district systems?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Perry County, Arkansas
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Streamlined Schooling for Perry County Students
Perry County operates four public schools split across two districts, serving a total of 1,571 students. The county utilizes a simple, effective structure of two elementary schools and two high schools. This layout allows for clear educational pathways and strong continuity for students as they progress through their school years.
Perryville and East End Lead the Way
Perryville School District is the larger of the two districts, educating 904 students across its two campuses. East End School District serves 667 students and provides a high-quality alternative for families in the region. There are currently no charter schools in Perry County, keeping the focus on its two established traditional districts.
A Purely Rural Educational Experience
All four schools in the county are located in rural areas, offering a consistent and peaceful learning environment. The average school size is 393 students, providing a medium-scale feel that balances social opportunities with individual attention. Perryville Elementary is the largest school with 475 students, while Bigelow High is the smallest with 303.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Perry County
Reported Enrollment
1,571
4 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Perry County
PERRYVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
EAST END SCHOOL DISTRICT
4 Public Schools in Perry County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 4 of 4 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PERRYVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT | PERRYVILLE, 72126Rural: Distant | KG–6 | Primary | 475 |
| PERRYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL | Record | PERRYVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT | PERRYVILLE, 72126Rural: Distant | 7–12 | High | 429 |
| ANNE WATSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | EAST END SCHOOL DISTRICT | BIGELOW, 72016Rural: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 364 |
| BIGELOW HIGH SCHOOL | Record | EAST END SCHOOL DISTRICT | BIGELOW, 72016Rural: Distant | 7–12 | High | 303 |
PERRYVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PERRYVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PERRYVILLE, 72126 / Rural: Distant
PERRYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
PERRYVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PERRYVILLE, 72126 / Rural: Distant
ANNE WATSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
EAST END SCHOOL DISTRICT
BIGELOW, 72016 / Rural: Distant
BIGELOW HIGH SCHOOL
EAST END SCHOOL DISTRICT
BIGELOW, 72016 / Rural: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,305
State avg $6,160
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Schools in Perry County, Arkansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Perry County, Arkansas?
Perry County operates four public schools split across two districts, serving a total of 1,571 students. The county utilizes a simple, effective structure of two elementary schools and two high schools. This layout allows for clear educational pathways and strong continuity for students as they progress through their school years.
What are the major school districts in Perry County, Arkansas?
Perryville School District is the larger of the two districts, educating 904 students across its two campuses. East End School District serves 667 students and provides a high-quality alternative for families in the region. There are currently no charter schools in Perry County, keeping the focus on its two established traditional districts.
What is the school experience like in Perry County?
All four schools in the county are located in rural areas, offering a consistent and peaceful learning environment. The average school size is 393 students, providing a medium-scale feel that balances social opportunities with individual attention. Perryville Elementary is the largest school with 475 students, while Bigelow High is the smallest with 303.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.