The Sayre Area School District is comprised of Sayre Borough, South Waverly Borough and Litchfield Township. The district is located on the Pennsylvania – New York State border mid-way between Towanda, Pennsylvania and Elmira, New York. It is generally considered to be an industrial-business area within a rural county.

Originally inhabited by Connecticut Yankees, the area retains much if the New England flavor. Architecture varies from colonial to modern. Homes are available in all settings – somewhat urban, suburban and rural. Within the area are churches of many denominations, which offer various religious activities. The schools provide a focal point for community activity and recreation. Situated near the Finger Lakes region of New York and the scenic Endless Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, the Sayre area offers innumerable opportunities for recreation, family relaxation and travel.

More than 180 persons are employed by the district with two thirds of them being professional staff members. The district budget is approximately $11,000,000 based on real estate taxes, a per capita tax, wage tax, and an occupation tax. The estimated market value of the district is about $180,000,000.

Some 12,000 persons reside in the district and two elementary buildings and one junior-senior high school serve approximately 1260 pupils.

The central office staff includes the Superintendent, Special Education Coordinator/School Psychologist, Business Manager and various secretaries/clerks.

The Junior-Senior High School is administered by a full-time Principal and Assistant Principal.