Peirce Academy (1808–1880) was a college preparatory school in

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. The school was founded in 1808, fell into decline in 1872 when

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opened, had only 12 students in 1876, and closed in 1880. The building was later used for the

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and G.A.R. A deal was proposed for the school to provide high school education for up to 50 Middleborough students. From 1842 to 1871, John Whipple Potter Jenks was principal.

Alumni

* William Crogman *Major General

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Picture of Pierce Academy building c.1900
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