Serving 249 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peirce ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Peirce School serves the northwest part of West Newton, MA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peirce ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peirce's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peirce ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peirce is 0.63, 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
#84 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
18%
8%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
56%
51%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peirce's ranking?
Peirce is ranked #84 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Peirce often compared to?
Peirceis often viewed alongside schools like Williams 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 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Peirce?
249 students attend Peirce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Peirce students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peirce?
Peirce has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peirce offer ?
Peirce offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peirce part of?
Peirce is part of Newton School District.
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