Serving 754 students in grades 6-8, Pioneer Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Porterville school district, covering approximately 274.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is about 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 18.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 56.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pioneer Middle School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
754 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Middle School is 0.24, 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
#6241 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
87%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Middle School is ranked #6241 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Middle School?
754 students attend Pioneer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Pioneer Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Middle School?
Pioneer Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pioneer Middle School offer ?
Pioneer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pioneer Middle School part of?
Pioneer Middle School is part of Porterville Unified School District.
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