Serving 561 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pioneer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Elementary School serves the northwest part of Bolingbrook, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pioneer Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
561 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1506 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Elementary School is ranked #1506 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pioneer Elementary School often compared to?
Pioneer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Elementary School?
561 students attend Pioneer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Pioneer Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Elementary School?
Pioneer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pioneer Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pioneer Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Elementary School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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