Serving 716 students in grades 7-8, Olive Peirce Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olive Peirce Middle School's student population of 716 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olive Peirce Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olive Peirce Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3632 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olive Peirce Middle School's ranking?
Olive Peirce Middle School is ranked #3632 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Olive Peirce Middle School?
716 students attend Olive Peirce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Olive Peirce Middle School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olive Peirce Middle School?
Olive Peirce Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olive Peirce Middle School offer ?
Olive Peirce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Olive Peirce Middle School part of?
Olive Peirce Middle School is part of Ramona City Unified School District.
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