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#856 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 48% in state
Cyrus Peirce
Middle School · Nantucket
10 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#856 of 1,793
In Nantucket
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Nantucket
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Cyrus Peirce
Cyrus Peirce is a public middle school in Nantucket, MA, part of Nantucket. Cyrus Peirce serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Cyrus Peirce has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #856 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Cyrus Peirce show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cyrus Peirce sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Cyrus Peirce — Students at Cyrus Peirce score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Cyrus Peirce Compares
See how Cyrus Peirce performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cyrus Peirce may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 27.7 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 28.7 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nantucket, see our Nantucket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,524
Median Home Value
$1,386,100
Median Rent
$2,081/mo
Population
14,033
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
76.1%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown, MA | 6.4 |
| Daniel L Joyce Middle School Woburn, MA | 6.5 |
| Madeleine Dugger Andrews Medford, MA | 6.5 |
| North Middle School Brockton, MA | 6.5 |
| Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea, MA | 6.3 |
| Whitin Intermediate Uxbridge, MA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cyrus Peirce
What grades does Cyrus Peirce serve?
Cyrus Peirce serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cyrus Peirce?
Cyrus Peirce has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cyrus Peirce?
The student-teacher ratio at Cyrus Peirce is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cyrus Peirce rank in MA?
Cyrus Peirce ranks #856 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Cyrus Peirce's MySchoolScout rating?
Cyrus Peirce has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cyrus Peirce?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cyrus Peirce has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cyrus Peirce a charter school?
No, Cyrus Peirce is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cyrus Peirce a Title I school?
No, Cyrus Peirce is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 353
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nantucket County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (508) 228-7283
Resources & Links
District
Nantucket- District Enrollment
- 1,683
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,322
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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