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E N Peirce MS

Middle School · West Chester Area SD

1314 Burke Rd, West Chester, PA 19380

Enrollment

1,005

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,742 of 2,846

In West Chester

#18 of 19

public schools

In district

#17 of 17

West Chester Area SD

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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E N Peirce MS

5.8/10

Middle School in West Chester · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Greystone EL Sch

8.9/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.5/10

1.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About E N Peirce MS

E N Peirce MS is a public middle school in West Chester, PA, part of West Chester Area SD. E N Peirce MS serves approximately 1,005 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. E N Peirce MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,742 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for E N Peirce MS show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • PA avg 5.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.2% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.4% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,081
Chronic Absenteeism11%

E N Peirce MS — Students at E N Peirce MS score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
35.5% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 77.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.4% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
69%
2022
Math
39.3%
ELA
70.2%
2024
Math
44.1%
ELA
63.4%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How E N Peirce MS Compares

See how E N Peirce MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in PA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
85 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1314 Burke Rd, West Chester, PA 19380

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E N Peirce MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Greystone El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Chester East HS (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CIDDS LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Chester, see our West Chester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Greystone El Sch West Chester 0.6 mi 8.9
CIDDS LEARNING CENTER West Chester 1.2 mi 8.5
Mary C Howse El Sch West Chester 1.3 mi 8.1
Exton El Sch Exton 1.8 mi 8.2
THE GODDARD SCHOOL - EXTON Exton 2.0 mi
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY#15 West Chester 1.7 mi 7.0
East Bradford El Sch West Chester 2.2 mi 8.2
WEST CHESTER FRIENDS SCHOOL West Chester 2.4 mi 7.5
SS PHILIP & JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Exton 2.4 mi 7.8
West Chester Henderson HS West Chester 2.3 mi 8.5
ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Chester 2.7 mi 7.0
Fern Hill El Sch West Chester 2.4 mi 8.0
Hillsdale El Sch West Chester 2.9 mi 7.4
Collegium CS Exton 2.6 mi 5.4
CHURCH FARM SCHOOL Exton 2.9 mi 8.2
WHITELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Exton 3.0 mi
21st Century Cyber CS West Chester 2.6 mi 4.2
SS PETER AND PAUL SCHOOL West Chester 2.6 mi 6.5
J R Fugett MS West Chester 3.2 mi 6.4
West Chester East HS West Chester 3.2 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19380 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,876

Median Home Value

$530,400

Median Rent

$1,820/mo

Population

50,093

College Educated

64.4%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E N Peirce MS

What grades does E N Peirce MS serve?

E N Peirce MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend E N Peirce MS?

E N Peirce MS has an enrollment of approximately 1,005 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E N Peirce MS?

The student-teacher ratio at E N Peirce MS is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E N Peirce MS rank in PA?

E N Peirce MS ranks #1,742 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is E N Peirce MS's MySchoolScout rating?

E N Peirce MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 E N Peirce MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E N Peirce MS has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is E N Peirce MS a charter school?

No, E N Peirce MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is E N Peirce MS a Title I school?

No, E N Peirce MS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E N Peirce MS?

19.7% of students at E N Peirce MS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,005
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
85
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Chester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.0%

District

West Chester Area SD
District Enrollment
12,109
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,081
District Rank
#17 of 17

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