Serving 291 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pioneer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Elementary serves the west part of Quincy, WA, covering an area of approximately 51.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pioneer Elementary School's student population of 291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Elementary School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2002 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
94%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
5%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Elementary School is ranked #2002 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Elementary School?
291 students attend Pioneer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pioneer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Elementary School?
Pioneer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioneer Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Elementary School is part of Quincy School District.
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