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Pierce Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 589 students

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5 stars


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Posted March 12, 2010

My child is a seventh grade student at Pierce and I must say that I am proud of her achievements and involvement. The curriculum is AWESOME, with teachers who go above and beyond what is expected to ensure that the students excel to the very best potential. Mr. Gross has been a wonderful inspiration to my daughter's orchestra career. The five stars given to this school is an absolute reflection of the great staff and culture. I would suggest this school for all middle school students!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 12, 2010

I am temporarily a 7th grade student at Pierce Middle School. I love this school soooo much and i am cool with everyone in the school. Pierce has a class called AA (academic assistance) for those students that need a little help in some areas. I am a student i the 7th/8th orch. and i play the viola. The orch. teacher, Mr. Gross ( who isn't gross lol) has given me the motovation that I need to be successful. The teachers are amazing and are willing to help everybody. The daily brodcast and Pierce Pride shows always make me smile. Pierce has helped me get good grades. I am a A and B student. If you are a student looking for a good school, I would suggest to select Pierce. (2009-2010)
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 29, 2009

With Middle School being a very awkward time in childrens life, this school seems to handle the drama very well. They have classes accomodating every level student.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 27, 2008

Pierce is a nice school. It has great teachers who support their students. Pierce offers a variety of clubs and activities. They have a good selection of athletics to pursue as well. They are a little strict on the rules. They are now inforcing the NBC rule (no body contact) and you must stay to the right of the hall ways. But other than that a great school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 6, 2007

I have a special needs child at Pierce Middle School and the staff, especially the principle and guidance counselor have bent over backwards for my son. Our move here was in large part based on the reputation of the school. We were not dissapointed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 4, 2004

Pierce Middle School has provided two of my children with a great educational experience. I have never met such a great team of teachers. Attend Clue night as a parent volunteer and you will get to see this awesome staff in action. My children have developed incredible skills from one teacher's journalism class and video broadcast class. Excellent job on the gold medal for the Trojan Times. The Math, Science and English teachers are all excellent. We are looking forward to the years that our third child will be attending Pierce.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 5, 2004

Good school- activities varying form Jazz Band to Math Pentathlon clubs to Gaming Clubs (for the party animals)! Nice music program. Terrific teachers and administrators that are good at what they do.
—Submitted by Sarah S., a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 40% in 2013.

175 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
61%

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

178 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
81%

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
97%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 30% in 2013.

180 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
87%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 38% in 2013.

186 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
58%

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 62% in 2013.

191 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
79%

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
92%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2013.

191 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
63%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 33% in 2013.

193 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
53%

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

195 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
83%

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
97%
Science

The state average for Science was 16% in 2013.

202 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
34%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 81% 71%
Black 15% 20%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 3%
Hispanic 2% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 11%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mr. Gary Buslepp
Fax number
  • (313) 432-4702

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Special education
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15430 Kercheval Ave
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
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Phone: (313) 432-4700

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