Pioneer Jr-sr High School

417 South Chicago Street
Royal Center, IN 46978
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 432 students in grades 6-12, Pioneer Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 432 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pioneer Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Pioneer Jr-sr High School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

School Rankings

Pioneer Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Jr-sr High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#944 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
35%
38%
41%
41%
20-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.21
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pioneer Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Pioneer Jr-sr High School is ranked #944 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Pioneer Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Pioneer Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logansport Community High School, Lewis Cass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pioneer Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Pioneer Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pioneer Jr-sr High School?
432 students attend Pioneer Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pioneer Jr-sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Jr-sr High School?
Pioneer Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pioneer Jr-sr High School offer ?
Pioneer Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Jr-sr High School part of?
Pioneer Jr-sr High School is part of Pioneer Regional School Corp School District.

School Reviews

5   6/14/2010
Three of our four children had the opportunity of graduating from PHS and successfully completed. The academics are very good. One child spent 8 yrs in Band and 3 yrs in cheerleading. The parental and community involvement in the athletic program is contagious and we found ourselves deeply involved in the spirit of the PIONEER PANTHERS FANCLUB! Since then our last child graduated in 2008 and we still frequently attend football games and band contests. I am pleased that we decided to relocate to this community as it was been both fulfilling and rewarding. The possibilities offered at this School are endless! Go Panthers!
- Posted by Parent - bvald

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 432 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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