Serving 1,000 students in grades 9-12, Pioneer High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,000 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer High serves the northern part of Whittier, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pioneer High School's student population of 1,000 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,000 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer High 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 High School is 0.10, which is less 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
#4035 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer High School's ranking?
Pioneer High School is ranked #4035 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pioneer High School often compared to?
Pioneer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Fe High School, Whittier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pioneer High School?
The graduation rate of Pioneer High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Pioneer High School?
1,000 students attend Pioneer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pioneer High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer High School?
Pioneer High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pioneer High School offer ?
Pioneer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pioneer High School part of?
Pioneer High School is part of Whittier Union High School District.
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