PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located in a large suburban setting within the New York-Newark-Jersey City metropolitan area, the Pelham Union Free School District serves as an active, traditional public school system in Pelham, New York. Centered at 629 5th Avenue, the fully operational district encompasses six schools that provide a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade. Designed to deliver a cohesive public education experience, the district offers structured primary and secondary academic programming tailored to prepare local youth for post-secondary success. Community members, families, and researchers can learn more about its programs and institutional resources by visiting its official website at pelhamschools.org.

According to the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, the Pelham Union Free School District educates a student body of 2,833 pupils across its primary and secondary grade levels. To support this vibrant learning community, the district maintains a strong staffing commitment, employing approximately 778 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated workforce includes nearly 488 FTE teachers, 17 instructional aides, and more than 270 support staff members. This favorable balance of instructional and support staff ensures that students benefit from attentive instruction, well-maintained facilities, and comprehensive educational support throughout their academic journeys.
6
Total Schools
2,833
Total Students
487.6
Full-Time Teachers
5.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White1,783
Hispanic454
Black135
Asian194
Two or More263
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    1,783 (63.0%)
  • Hispanic
    454 (16.0%)
  • Two or More
    263 (9.3%)
  • Asian
    194 (6.9%)
  • Black
    135 (4.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:2,833*
Teachers (FTE):487.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.8
Schools in PELHAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 6 Schools