Serving 1,037 students in grades 6-8, Pioneer Heritage Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,037 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Heritage Middle serves the west part of Frisco, TX, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Heritage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer Heritage Middle School's student population of 1,037 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,037 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Pioneer Heritage Middle School is Committed To Reach Every Child.
School Rankings
Pioneer Heritage Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Heritage Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
47%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Heritage Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Heritage Middle School is ranked #133 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pioneer Heritage Middle School often compared to?
Pioneer Heritage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Heritage Middle School?
1,037 students attend Pioneer Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pioneer Heritage Middle School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Heritage Middle School?
Pioneer Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pioneer Heritage Middle School offer ?
Pioneer Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pioneer Heritage Middle School part of?
Pioneer Heritage Middle School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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