Pearl River High School is a public high school in Pearl River, Rockland County, New York, United States. It is part of the Pearl River Union Free School District.
Serving 904 students in grades 8-12, Pearl River High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl River High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pearl River school district, covering approximately 7.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the average distance to the nearest boundary being about 1.5 miles and the furthest edge reaching 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pearl River High School's student population of 904 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
904 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1776
School Calendar
Campus Size
90 acres
School Motto
Every Pearl River Student Can and Will Learn
School Rankings
Pearl River High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl River High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#852 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl River High School's ranking?
Pearl River High School is ranked #852 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pearl River High School often compared to?
Pearl River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nanuet Senior High School, Clarkstown South Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pearl River High School?
The graduation rate of Pearl River High School is 98%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Pearl River High School?
904 students attend Pearl River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pearl River High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl River High School?
Pearl River High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pearl River High School offer ?
Pearl River High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pearl River High School part of?
Pearl River High School is part of Pearl River Union Free School District.
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