Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peirce Thomas M School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peirce Thomas M School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Peirce Thomas M School's student population of 189 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Peirce Thomas M School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peirce Thomas M School is 0.06, 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
#2691 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
97%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%
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 Peirce Thomas M School's ranking?
Peirce Thomas M School is ranked #2691 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Peirce Thomas M School often compared to?
Peirce Thomas M Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rhodes E Washington School, Wright Richard R School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Peirce Thomas M School?
189 students attend Peirce Thomas M School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Peirce Thomas M School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peirce Thomas M School?
Peirce Thomas M School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peirce Thomas M School offer ?
Peirce Thomas M School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peirce Thomas M School part of?
Peirce Thomas M School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Peirce Thomas M School located?
Peirce Thomas M School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
School Reviews
4 8/2/2019
I graduated T.M. Peirce 1943/1944 it then went to 8th grade. It was in the area that was called Little Italy. It was an excellent school. The teachers were super. My 1st grade teacher was Ms Stansbury, my 5th grade teacher was Miss Heck and my 7th grade teacher was Ms Maslin. The fact that at the age of 88 I still remember these teachers. They all made a big impact on my entire education experience. In my day, when you graduated H.S., most of us had to go right to work. There were some of the most fortunate enough to go to college. I am still working and am very appreciative of my school days at T.M Peirce
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