Serving 825 students in grades 6-8, Pierce County Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pierce County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Blackshear, GA, encompassing approximately 343.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge being 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierce County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pierce County Middle School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
825 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence is the Standard
School Rankings
Pierce County Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce County Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
8%
36%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce County Middle School's ranking?
Pierce County Middle School is ranked #378 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Pierce County Middle School often compared to?
Pierce County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brantley County Middle School, Martha Puckett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Pierce County Middle School?
825 students attend Pierce County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pierce County Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierce County Middle School?
Pierce County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pierce County Middle School offer ?
Pierce County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce County Middle School part of?
Pierce County Middle School is part of Pierce County School District.
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