Serving 146 students in grades 6-8, Pierce City Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pierce City Middle School's student population of 146 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pierce City Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce City Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1001 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
89%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce City Middle School's ranking?
Pierce City Middle School is ranked #1001 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Pierce City Middle School often compared to?
Pierce City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Pierce City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Pierce City Middle School?
146 students attend Pierce City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pierce City Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierce City Middle School?
Pierce City Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pierce City Middle School offer ?
Pierce City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pierce City Middle School part of?
Pierce City Middle School is part of Pierce City R-VI School District.
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