Serving 878 students in grades 7-8, Pierce Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pierce Middle School's student population of 878 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
878 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pierce Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1403 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
66%
14%
White
7%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce Middle School's ranking?
Pierce Middle School is ranked #1403 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pierce Middle School?
878 students attend Pierce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Pierce Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 6% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pierce Middle School offer ?
Pierce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce Middle School part of?
Pierce Middle School is part of Merrillville Community School Corp School District.
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