For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 545 students in Peru, NY.
The top ranked public high school in Peru, NY is Peru High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Peru, NY public high school have an average math proficiency score of 92% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Peru have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public high schools.
Peru, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Peru High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Peru, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Peru High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17 School St
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6400
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 545 students
Peru, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
116 Pleasant St
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6100
Peru, NY 12972
(518) 643-6100
Grades: K-3
| 430 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Peru, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in Peru, NY include Peru High School.
How many public high schools are located in Peru?
1 public high schools are located in Peru.
What is the racial composition of students in Peru?
Peru public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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