Serving 705 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 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- 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 705 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 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 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. 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
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
6%
10%
White
47%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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?
705 students attend Pierce.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pierce students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierce?
Pierce has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than 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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