Pearl River High School

Pearl River High School serves 926 students in grades 8-12 in the affluent suburban community of Pearl River, New York. With 84 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 11:1 student-teacher ratio, providing opportunities for more personalized attention. The school shows strong performance in English Language Arts, with 76% of students achieving proficiency or above across grade levels.

However, mathematics presents a significant area with room for academic growth, as only 9% of students demonstrate proficiency. This mixed academic performance contributes to the school's current ranking of #2951 out of 4758 New York high schools, placing it in the 38th percentile statewide. Pearl River High School serves a well-educated community where 48% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects economic stability, with a median household income of $130,610 and a low poverty rate of 6.9%. Median home values of $515,900 indicate a desirable residential area that attracts families seeking suburban amenities. The school is situated in Pearl River's large suburban setting in Rockland County, where students benefit from a community-oriented environment that values education while maintaining close proximity to the greater New York metropolitan area.