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W. A. Perry Middle

2600 Barhamville Road, Columbia, SC 29204, United States
+1 (803) 256-6347
1.7
Overall Rating

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W. A. Perry Middle Overview

About This School

W. A. Perry Middle is a public middle in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 320 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 11% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $81,778. Counselors at the school support the student body at a ratio of 160:1. Students are primarily Black, making up 90% of the population, while 6% identify as two or more races, 3% are Hispanic, and 1% are White. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female.

320
Total Students
Grade 6-8
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
32 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts22%
Mathematics11%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Richland County
Students per Counselor
160:1

W. A. Perry Middle Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

22%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 52%
11%
Mathematics
City Avg: 33%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.8:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
160
Students per Counselor

W. A. Perry Middle Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
32

Average Teacher Salary

$81,778
City Avg: $77,528
State Avg: $67,340

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor160:1

W. A. Perry Middle Student Demographics

Student Body

53.44%
Male
46.56%
Female
Total Enrollment: 320 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.62%
Hispanic3.44%
Asian0%
Black90.31%
Two or More Races5.62%
Native American0%

W. A. Perry Middle Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About W. A. Perry Middle

Q: What is W. A. Perry Middle?

A: W. A. Perry Middle is a middle public located in Columbia.

Q: How many students attend W. A. Perry Middle?

A: W. A. Perry Middle has approximately 320 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at W. A. Perry Middle?

A: The student-teacher ratio at W. A. Perry Middle is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about W. A. Perry Middle

W. A. Perry Middle is a public middle in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 320 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 11% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $81,778. Counselors at the school support the student body at a ratio of 160:1. Students are primarily Black, making up 90% of the population, while 6% identify as two or more races, 3% are Hispanic, and 1% are White. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About W. A. Perry Middle - Columbia, SC

Quick Facts about W. A. Perry Middle
School NameW. A. Perry Middle
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location2600 Barhamville Road, Columbia, SC 29204, Columbia, SC
CountyRichland County
Phone+1 (803) 256-6347
Total Students320
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers32
Rating1.7/10
ELA Proficiency22%
Math Proficiency11%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about W. A. Perry Middle

What is W. A. Perry Middle?

W. A. Perry Middle is a middle public located in Columbia.

How many students attend W. A. Perry Middle?

W. A. Perry Middle has approximately 320 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W. A. Perry Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at W. A. Perry Middle is 10:1.

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