Serving 858 students in grades 6-8, Pierce Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pierce Middle School serves the west part of the Tampa, FL school district, encompassing an area of approximately 19.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pierce Middle School's student population of 858 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pierce Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2710 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce Middle School's ranking?
Pierce Middle School is ranked #2710 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pierce Middle School often compared to?
Pierce Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webb Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pierce Middle School?
858 students attend Pierce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pierce Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierce Middle School?
Pierce Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pierce Middle School offer ?
Pierce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce Middle School part of?
Pierce Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Pierce Middle School located?
Pierce Middle School is located in the Pinecrest West Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Pinecrest West Park.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
My Child has been picked-on on the bus and at physical education! This school is not fair in discipline practices! Like if more then one student gangs up on him it seems that he gets punished and not the others!
1 10/10/2025
This school is so stressful on my child, the teachers are so rude as well.
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