Serving 502 students in grades 5-7, Pearl River Middle 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 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pearl River Middle School's student population of 502 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Motto
The Upward Quest to be Your Best
School Mascot
Pearl River Pirate
School Rankings
Pearl River Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl River Middle School is 0.47, 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
#923 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
70%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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: Pearl River Pirate
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl River Middle School's ranking?
Pearl River Middle School is ranked #923 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pearl River Middle School often compared to?
Pearl River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Felix Festa Achievement Middle School, A Macarthur Barr Middle School 5-6 For Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pearl River Middle School?
502 students attend Pearl River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pearl River Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl River Middle School?
Pearl River Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pearl River Middle School offer ?
Pearl River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pearl River Middle School part of?
Pearl River Middle School is part of Pearl River Union Free School District.
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