Serving 859 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pioneer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Elementary serves the northern part of Brentwood, CA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pioneer Elementary School's student population of 859 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
859 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Place Where Everyone Belongs
School Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3275 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Elementary School is ranked #3275 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pioneer Elementary School often compared to?
Pioneer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. Paul Krey Elementary School, Marsh Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Elementary School?
859 students attend Pioneer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Pioneer Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Elementary School?
Pioneer Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Brentwood Union School District.
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