Serving 1,002 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 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles S Pierce Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Milton, MA, covering an area of approximately 13.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles from the school.
- 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 1,002 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,002 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Charles S Pierce Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles S Pierce Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
63%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 1,626 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, Sharon Middle School, Dedham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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?
1,002 students attend Charles S Pierce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Charles S Pierce Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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