At a glance
Reported students
2,373
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
118.65
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
20:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
08–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona high enrollment
97th percentile
Compared with 770 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
652
Perry High School: 2,373 reported students.
State peer staffing position
61st percentile
20:1 reported; state peer median 18.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 3,224
- Teachers (FTE)
- 146.7
- Student–teacher ratio
- 22:1
What the reported data says about Perry High School
Perry High School is a public high school serving grades 08–12 in Gilbert. It is one of 48 current school records connected to Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). NCES reports 2,373 students for 2024–25.
Among 770 high schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 80 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 97th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 20:1, above the Arizona median of 18.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (61.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (19.6%). English learners represent 0.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 37 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Perry High School
- 1How do the reported 20:1 student–teacher ratio and 118.65 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 8 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 8
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.54
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White61.9%
- Hispanic19.6%
- Black4.5%
- Asian8.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.8%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
37 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Arizona College Prep High School
High · Grades 07–12
2,271 reported students
Dr. Camille Casteel High School
High · Grades 07–12
2,816 reported students
Basha High School
High · Grades 06–12
2,826 reported students
Chandler High School
High · Grades 08–12
3,179 reported students
Hamilton High School
High · Grades 08–12
3,444 reported students
Ken 'Chief' Hill Learning Academy
High · Grades 07–12
146 reported students
Public schools near Perry High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVIT - Perry High School High · East Valley Institute of Technology (4516) | 09–12 | 0 | under 0.1 mi |
| Campo Verde High School High · Gilbert Unified District (4239) | 08–12 | 1,863 | 1.4 mi |
| EVIT - Campo Verde High School High · East Valley Institute of Technology (4516) | 09–12 | 1 | 1.4 mi |
| Arizona College Prep High School High · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) | 07–12 | 2,271 | 2.4 mi |
| Great Hearts Academies - Lincoln Prep High · Charter · Lincoln Preparatory Academy (92657) | 06–12 | 619 | 2.5 mi |
| Basha High School High · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) | 06–12 | 2,826 | 2.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Perry High School
What grades does Perry High School serve?
Perry High School reports grades 08–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
How many students attend Perry High School?
Perry High School reported 2,373 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 97th percentile among 770 Arizona high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 3,224 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Perry High School?
The calculated ratio is 20:1, based on 2,373 students and 118.65 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 18.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Perry High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Perry High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Perry High School in?
Perry High School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242), based in Chandler, AZ, which operates 48 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Perry High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include EVIT - Perry High School (under 0.1 mi), Campo Verde High School (1.4 mi), EVIT - Campo Verde High School (1.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.