Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Pioneer Middle 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 31% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Middle School serves the eastern part of Walla Walla, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 165.7 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 15 to 20 minutes, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging around 7.5 miles and reaching up to 15.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pioneer Middle School's student population of 601 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pioneer Middle 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 Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1611 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
42%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Middle School is ranked #1611 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Pioneer Middle School often compared to?
Pioneer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garrison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Middle School?
601 students attend Pioneer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pioneer Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Middle School?
Pioneer Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioneer Middle School offer ?
Pioneer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Middle School part of?
Pioneer Middle School is part of Walla Walla School District.
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