She said "It's surreal. I couldn't have dreamed it," and added "I want to do my very best for the young ladies who believed in me."
Perry, who played a classical piano piece during the talent competition, plans to champion an arts education initiative during her reign. She receives a $7,000 scholarship and a place in the Miss America pageant in January.
Last year's winner was Rachel Marie Brooks of Delaware County. She championed autism awareness during her time as Miss Pennsylvania.
