Pierson Middle-High School is a middle and high school located in Sag Harbor, Suffolk County, New York. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, it is the sole secondary school in the Sag Harbor Union Free School District.
Serving 501 students in grades 6-12, Pierson Middle/high School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pierson Middle/High School's attendance zone covers the entire Sag Harbor school district, encompassing an area of approximately 24.7 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.4 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pierson Middle/high School's student population of 501 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pierson Middle/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 Pierson Middle/high School is 0.44, 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
#831 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
71%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Whalers; Bonackers (football)
Source: 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 #831 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 East Hampton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pierson Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Pierson Middle/high School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Pierson Middle/high School?
501 students attend Pierson Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Pierson Middle/high School students are White, 25% 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 7:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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