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 519 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- 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%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Pierson Middle/high School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
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 0.42, 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
#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
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
73%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Whalers; Bonackers (football)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Pierson Middle/high School?
519 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 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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