Serving 376 students in grades 7-12, Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii)'s student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) ranks within the top 20% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) is 0.75, which is more 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
#267 out of 1644 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
24%
23%
Black
36%
10%
White
23%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii)'s ranking?
Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) is ranked #267 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) often compared to?
Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii)is often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Lynn Charter School, Pioneer Charter School Of Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii)?
The graduation rate of Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) is 90%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii)?
376 students attend Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii)?
Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) offer ?
Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) part of?
Pioneer Charter School Of Science Ii (Pcss-ii) is part of Pioneer Charter School Of Science II (Pcss-Ii) School District.
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