Serving 1,005 students in grades 6-8, E N Peirce Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E N Peirce Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
E N Peirce Middle School's student population of 1,005 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,005 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
E N Peirce Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E N Peirce Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E N Peirce Middle School's ranking?
E N Peirce Middle School is ranked #1036 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are E N Peirce Middle School often compared to?
E N Peirce Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J R Fugett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend E N Peirce Middle School?
1,005 students attend E N Peirce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of E N Peirce Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of E N Peirce Middle School?
E N Peirce Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does E N Peirce Middle School offer ?
E N Peirce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E N Peirce Middle School part of?
E N Peirce Middle School is part of West Chester Area School District.
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