Pearce High School

Really confused as to why Zillow ranks this school 5 out of 10 but then ranks 6 of the 8 elementary schools that feed into it either a 9 or 10 out of 10. Not only that they even compare the scores against not only the state average but school districts as well and it's above both. This is a very competitive school, when i graduated in 2012 I had 4.0 GPA with just slightly over a 94 average and I wasn't even top 25% of my class. This is one of the most competitive public highschools in the whole metroplex, it's up there with Plano West and McKinney Boyd

I am a student who is about to graduate and as an all A's student who religiously takes care of my responsibilities at school and at home, I am constantly offended by how the administration treats me. The administration and a large portion of the staff talks down to the students as if we are inferior and lesser individuals because of an age and their excessive authority over us. There are many positive ways to enforce policy's and rules and I have yet to see any attempt to govern our student body in any of these ways. Very upsetting and degrading to be spoken down to on a regular basis. I do understand, however, the difficulty in managing teenage adolescents. There are many effective ways that do not include blatant disrespect.

Top-rated school, renowned in the community, highly desirable and sought after. The school administration, the teachers, and the school district uphold strict standards of excellence intended to inspire everyone involved in the educational process (especially students) to perform at their optimal best by meeting all course requirements in order to obtain a passing grade. Teaching is often geared toward the upper level and middle level students leaving challenged students without the benefit of an alternative educational model. Teaching to the multiple intelligences and learning styles appears to be forgotten at this school as the concept continues to remain unused, causing students with varied learning styles to fall behind with no hope of catching up. As a result, the overall educational atmosphere is as motivating for some as it is demotivating for others. Student success depends entirely on the student's level of commitment (and their subsequent family support) to achieve and complete a quality education. Those who fall short (either in ability to learn, family support, or both) often fail leading to this school's higher than average drop out rate

This is an incredible school. The administration, coaches, directors and teachers work hard to allow students to be in multiple activities, if the students are willing to make the sacrifice. Perfect example is the athletic director. He performed (yes, singing and dancing) at the choir show last fall. The latest theater production this spring, Beauty and the Beast, included quite a few athletes. The academic expectations are very high. Fine arts programs including choir, theater and band are top notch. I have had one child graduate from JJP and three more in the pipeline. We are very pleased with the expectations, teachers and opportunities at JJP.