Serving 522 students in grades 6-12, Pierson Middle/high School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierson Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pierson Middle/high School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pierson Middle/high School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierson Middle/high School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1423 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
73%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierson Middle/high School's ranking?
Pierson Middle/high School is ranked #1423 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pierson Middle/high School often compared to?
Pierson Middle/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mattituck Junior-senior High School, East Hampton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pierson Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Pierson Middle/high School is 85-89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Pierson Middle/high School?
522 students attend Pierson Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pierson Middle/high School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierson Middle/high School?
Pierson Middle/high School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pierson Middle/high School offer ?
Pierson Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierson Middle/high School part of?
Pierson Middle/high School is part of Sag Harbor Union Free School District.
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