CYRUS PEIRCE

Cyrus Peirce is a public middle school that is part of the Nantucket school district, located in Nantucket, MA with about 348 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 33 teachers, Cyrus Peirce has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Cyrus Peirce Middle School, located on Surfside Road in Nantucket, Massachusetts, serves as the primary middle school for the island’s public school district. As part of the Nantucket Public Schools system, the institution is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of students in grades 6 through 8. The school emphasizes a community-centered approach, leveraging its unique island setting to encourage student engagement and personal growth during the formative middle school years.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the transition to high school by offering a diverse range of subjects and extracurricular opportunities. In addition to core academics, Cyrus Peirce prioritizes the development of 21st-century skills, including collaboration, critical thinking, and digital literacy. By maintaining a close-knit school culture, the staff aims to support the diverse needs of the Nantucket student body, ensuring that every learner has access to the resources and guidance necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Cyrus Peirce at (508) 228-7283 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.