Serving 1,040 students in grades 6-8, E N Peirce Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,040 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: E.N. Peirce Middle School serves the western part of West Chester, PA, covering an area of approximately 27.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
E N Peirce Middle School's student population of 1,040 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,040 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
E N Peirce Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E N Peirce Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#863 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E N Peirce Middle School's ranking?
E N Peirce Middle School is ranked #863 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are E N Peirce Middle School often compared to?
E N Peirce Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J R Fugett Middle School, Charles F Patton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend E N Peirce Middle School?
1,040 students attend E N Peirce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of E N Peirce Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E N Peirce Middle School?
E N Peirce Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does E N Peirce Middle School offer ?
E N Peirce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E N Peirce Middle School part of?
E N Peirce Middle School is part of West Chester Area School District.
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