Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pierce Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierce Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pierce Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pierce Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#52 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce Elementary School's ranking?
Pierce Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pierce Elementary School often compared to?
Pierce Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quarton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pierce Elementary School?
458 students attend Pierce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pierce Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierce Elementary School?
Pierce Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pierce Elementary School offer ?
Pierce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pierce Elementary School part of?
Pierce Elementary School is part of Birmingham Public Schools School District.
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