District Overview
Located at 2606 Shermans Valley Road in Elliottsburg, Pennsylvania, West Perry School District operates as an active, traditional public school district within the distant rural setting of the greater Harrisburg-Carlisle metropolitan area. The district encompasses five operational schools dedicated to delivering a complete educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, guiding learners seamlessly from early childhood through high school graduation. Serving a total enrollment of 2,161 students, West Perry offers the cohesive, supportive atmosphere of a close-knit rural district while providing comprehensive academic and extracurricular programming across all primary and secondary grade levels.

Behind this learning community is a robust workforce totaling 620 full-time equivalent staff members, reflecting a strong institutional commitment to student growth and operational excellence. The district’s instructional foundation is anchored by approximately 314 full-time equivalent teachers, complemented by 59 instructional aides and nearly 247 specialized support staff who manage administrative, transportation, facility, and student service needs. This well-rounded staffing context ensures that students receive personalized classroom attention and well-maintained educational resources, reinforcing West Perry School District's vital role as a cornerstone of public education in the region.
5
Total Schools
2,161
Total Students
314.4
Full-Time Teachers
6.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Perry SD
Demographic Student Count
White2,009
Hispanic67
Black3
Asian6
Two or More73
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    2,009 (93.0%)
  • Two or More
    73 (3.4%)
  • Hispanic
    67 (3.1%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.3%)
  • Black
    3 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in West Perry SD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:2,161*
Teachers (FTE):314.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.9
Schools in West Perry SD
Found 5 Schools