PIERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Pierson Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Kingsley-Pierson Comm School District school district, located in Pierson, IA with about 112 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, Pierson Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Pierson Middle School, located at 321 4th St in Pierson, Iowa, serves as a foundational educational hub for the local community. As a smaller middle school environment, it focuses on bridging the gap between elementary and high school education, emphasizing core academic subjects alongside social and emotional development. The school plays a central role in the town of Pierson, fostering a close-knit atmosphere where students receive personalized attention from faculty and staff who are deeply invested in the success of the local student body.

Beyond the classroom, the school contributes to the regional character of the Kingsley-Pierson Community School District. By offering a variety of extracurricular activities and interscholastic opportunities, the school encourages students to explore their interests in sports, arts, and academic clubs. Through its commitment to traditional Midwestern educational values and community engagement, Pierson Middle School aims to prepare its students for the academic rigors of high school while cultivating a supportive environment that reflects the spirit of the surrounding area.

For more information, contact Pierson Middle School at (712) 375-5939 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.