What grades does PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL serve?

PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the TAMPA area.

Where is PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL located?

PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a urban school in TAMPA, FL.

What is the student-teacher ratio at PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL is 21.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in TAMPA, FL?

Schools in TAMPA include PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the TAMPA area.

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PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL — School Calendar 2026-27

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TAMPA, FL 33614

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Sep

Wed

8th Grade PM1 Testing-MathexamDistrict-wide

Sep

Wed

Books-n-Breakfast Reading ClubBreakDistrict-wide

Sep

Thu

K-2 STAR TestingexamDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

879

Student:Teacher

21.4:1

Locale

Suburban

District

HILLSBOROUGH

Econ. Disadvantaged

70.8%

Phone

(813)872-5344

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

32%

13th percentile in FL

Math Proficiency

35%

26th percentile in FL

Chronic Absenteeism

23.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

22 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.8:1

Near average in FL

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,590

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,627

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,762

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 40%Local 42%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.3%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

11.9%

Uninsured residents

11.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

33,784

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

32,197

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

13,747 (43%)

Speech/Language Impairment

5,577 (17%)

Autism

4,436 (14%)

Other Health Impairment

3,641 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

1,859 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

684 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

858

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Sep 9, 2026

8th Grade PM1 Testing-Math

exam

Wed, Sep 9, 2026

Books-n-Breakfast Reading Club

Break

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

K-2 STAR Testing

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in HILLSBOROUGH. PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	7th Grade PM 1 Testing-ELADistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	I-Ready Reading Testing 3rd, 4th, and 5th GradeDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Books-n-Breakfast Reading ClubDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Grandparents Breakfast - Last Names A-MDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	PM 1 Read AssessmentDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Grandparents Breakfast - Last Names N-ZDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	I-Ready Math Testing 3rd, 4th, and 5th GradeDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day (NO SCHOOLDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	K-2 STAR TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	8th Grade PM1 Testing-MathDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Books-n-Breakfast Reading ClubDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	K-2 STAR TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—