Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pioneer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Elementary School serves the northwest part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
35%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
49%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pioneer Elementary School often compared to?
Pioneer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Porter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Elementary School?
310 students attend Pioneer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pioneer Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Elementary School?
Pioneer Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioneer Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
In what neighborhood is Pioneer Elementary School located?
Pioneer Elementary School is located in the Greenfield Park neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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