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 926 students in grades 8-12, Pearl River High School ranks in the top 30% 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 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pearl River High School's student population of 926 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1776
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Pearl River High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl River 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
#876 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
74%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl River High School's ranking?
Pearl River High School is ranked #876 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 Clarkstown South Senior High School, Nanuet Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pearl River High School?
926 students attend Pearl River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pearl River High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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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