Best Schools in Sag Harbor, New York
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Sag Harbor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Sag Harbor Elementary School
Elementary · Sag Harbor Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Pierson Middle/high School
High · Sag Harbor Union Free School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$1,116,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$1,116,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +13.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sag Harbor schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sag Harbor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sag Harbor Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Pierson Middle/high School | 7.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $126,513
- Median home value
- $1,116,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 55%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sag Harbor compares
Median household income
$127k
136% of New York median
Sag Harbor Union Free School District runs Sag Harbor's public schools
2 public schools. Sag Harbor Union Free School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Sag Harbor is a Sag Harbor Union Free School District school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 7.1 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Sag Harbor, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Sag Harbor, New York
Sag Harbor, New York is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Sag Harbor perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sag Harbor is Sag Harbor Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sag Harbor is served by 1 school district: SAG HARBOR UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 948 students.
Sag Harbor's community shows 55% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $126,513. The poverty rate in the area is 3.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 421 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 519 students · 6th–12th | 7.1 |
Schools in Sag Harbor
Sag Harbor, New York · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$126,513
Median Home Value
$1,116,600
Median Rent
$3,189/mo
Population
8,114
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Community Profile
Sag Harbor has a median household income of $126,513. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,116,600, with a median rent of $3,189/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Sag Harbor, New York
How many schools are in Sag Harbor, New York?
Sag Harbor has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sag Harbor, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sag Harbor is 7.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sag Harbor, New York?
The top-ranked school in Sag Harbor on MySchoolScout is Sag Harbor Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sag Harbor, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sag Harbor on MySchoolScout is Sag Harbor Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Sag Harbor, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Sag Harbor on MySchoolScout is Pierson Middle/high School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Sag Harbor, New York?
Sag Harbor is served by 1 school district: Sag Harbor Union Free School District.
What is the education level in Sag Harbor, New York?
According to Census data, 55% of adults in Sag Harbor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sag Harbor, New York?
The median household income in Sag Harbor is approximately $126,513 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sag Harbor, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sag Harbor is 8.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sag Harbor, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.