CIV
32%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
3% exceeding expectations
B-
Top 52%
Cyrus Peirce Middle School
Grades 06-08 NANTUCKET, MA
Moved up 66 places from 2024 to 2025
#183
State Rank
C+
District Grade
10 Surfside Road, NANTUCKET, MA 02554
Diverse
MCAS score comparisons
Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results
Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.
English Language Arts
35.7%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
7% exceeding expectations
2023
32.7%
32.7%
2024
28%
28%
2025
35.7%
35.7%
Mathematics
26.7%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
2.3% exceeding expectations
2023
23%
23%
2024
22.3%
22.3%
2025
26.7%
26.7%
Science
46%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
12% exceeding expectations
2023
35%
35%
2024
34%
34%
2025
46%
46%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 32% | 3% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 06 | 35% | 10% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 34% | 2% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 38% | 9% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 06 | 31% | 3% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 23% | 1% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 26% | 3% |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 46% | 12% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 06 | 30% | 3% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 26% | 7% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 28% | 6% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 06 | 19% | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | 21% | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 27% | 2% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 34% | 4% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 06 | 41% | 10% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 26% | 4% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 31% | 2% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 06 | 34% | 2% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 19% | 1% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 16% | 1% |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 35% | 3% |
MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.
Student Demographics
355 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
51%
Male
49%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
12.4%
Special Education
23.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
94.3%
Attendance Rate
14.7%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
B--Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cyrus Peirce Middle School's grade rating?
Cyrus Peirce Middle School has earned a grade of B-, ranked #183 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 52% of Massachusetts Middle schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
How many students attend Cyrus Peirce Middle School?
Approximately 355 students are enrolled at Cyrus Peirce Middle School.
How does Cyrus Peirce Middle School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, Cyrus Peirce Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (32% proficient), English Language Arts (36% proficient), Mathematics (27% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at Cyrus Peirce Middle School?
Cyrus Peirce Middle School has an attendance rate of 94.3%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is Cyrus Peirce Middle School part of?
Cyrus Peirce Middle School is part of Nantucket School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.
How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?
School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.
