Serving 928 students in grades 6-8, Charles S Pierce Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles S Pierce Middle School's student population of 928 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles S Pierce Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles S Pierce Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#621 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
14%
10%
White
68%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles S Pierce Middle School's ranking?
Charles S Pierce Middle School is ranked #621 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Charles S Pierce Middle School often compared to?
Charles S Pierce Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wm H Galvin Middle School, Dedham Middle School, Sharon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Charles S Pierce Middle School?
928 students attend Charles S Pierce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Charles S Pierce Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles S Pierce Middle School?
Charles S Pierce Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charles S Pierce Middle School offer ?
Charles S Pierce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles S Pierce Middle School part of?
Charles S Pierce Middle School is part of Milton School District.
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