Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pierce 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 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierce ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pierce's student population of 721 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pierce ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#90 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
5%
10%
White
48%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce's ranking?
Pierce is ranked #90 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Pierce often compared to?
Pierceis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence, Michael Driscoll, Florida Ruffin Ridley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Pierce?
721 students attend Pierce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pierce students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierce?
Pierce has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pierce offer ?
Pierce offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce part of?
Pierce is part of Brookline School District.
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