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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
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: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles S Pierce Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
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
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Charles S Pierce Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 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
#500 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
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Hispanic
5%
23%
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Black
14%
10%
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White
68%
56%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Charles S Pierce Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Charles S Pierce Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/38000/38132/charles-s-pierce-middle-school-chart-btxLIPG.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #500 out of 1,631 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 Dedham Middle School, Wm H Galvin Middle School, Sharon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% 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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