PIERSON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL
525 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Pierson Middle/High School, located in the historic village of Sag Harbor, New York, is the sole secondary school within the Sag Harbor Union Free School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, the school is known for its intimate academic environment and its close connection to the tight-knit coastal community. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes college readiness, critical thinking, and a broad range of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student clubs, all designed to foster a well-rounded educational experience.
The school benefits significantly from its location in a culturally rich, historic area, often leveraging the local community’s resources to enhance its academic and enrichment programs. With a commitment to maintaining small class sizes and personalized attention, Pierson aims to support the individual growth of its students while preparing them for the challenges of higher education and beyond. Its focus remains on maintaining high academic standards while cultivating a supportive school culture that values both tradition and modern pedagogical innovation.
The school benefits significantly from its location in a culturally rich, historic area, often leveraging the local community’s resources to enhance its academic and enrichment programs. With a commitment to maintaining small class sizes and personalized attention, Pierson aims to support the individual growth of its students while preparing them for the challenges of higher education and beyond. Its focus remains on maintaining high academic standards while cultivating a supportive school culture that values both tradition and modern pedagogical innovation.
525
Total Students
70.4
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 390 |
| Hispanic | 120 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 8 |
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White390 (74.3 %)
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Hispanic120 (22.9 %)
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Asian8 (1.5 %)
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Black7 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | SAG HARBOR UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (631)725-5302 |
| Website: | http://www.sagharborschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 525 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 70.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 129 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
75
Grade 7
69
Grade 8
72
Grade 9
78
Grade 10
82
Grade 11
82
Grade 12
64
Ungraded
3
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 75 |
| Grade 7 | 69 |
| Grade 8 | 72 |
| Grade 9 | 78 |
| Grade 10 | 82 |
| Grade 11 | 82 |
| Grade 12 | 64 |
| Ungraded | 3 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 251 | 47.8% |
| Male | 274 | 52.2% |
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