Pioneer High School

601 West Stadium Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 1%
Serving 1,868 students in grades 9-12, Pioneer High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,868 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : 95% (Top 20% in MI)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 74% (Top 5%)
  • : 89% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pioneer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Pioneer High School's student population of 1,868 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,868 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
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School Rankings

Pioneer High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#26 out of 2925 schools
(Top 1%)
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74%
36%
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89%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
13%
3%
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Hispanic
9%
9%
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Black
15%
18%
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White
54%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.66
This chart display the diversity score of Pioneer High School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
95%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pioneer High School's ranking?
Pioneer High School is ranked #26 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pioneer High School often compared to?
Pioneer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline High School, Huron High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pioneer High School?
The graduation rate of Pioneer High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pioneer High School?
1,868 students attend Pioneer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pioneer High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer High School?
Pioneer High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioneer High School offer ?
Pioneer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer High School part of?
Pioneer High School is part of Ann Arbor Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Pioneer High School located?
Pioneer High School is located in the Dicken neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Dicken.

School Reviews

2   11/22/2010
Pioneer is a joke!! Doesnt prep students for real life. Is way too relaxed about laziness and attendance and grades. More worried about length of shorts than important matters. Needs to address drugs and underage drinking more! hash bash is glorified....
- Posted by Student/Alumni - rabbi

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,868 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : 95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 74% (Top 5%)
  • : 89% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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