Serving 252 students in grades 3-4, Pioneer Path ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Path ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pioneer Path's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Pioneer Path ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Path is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)48%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Path's ranking?
Pioneer Path is ranked #535 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Path?
252 students attend Pioneer Path.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pioneer Path students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Path?
Pioneer Path has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pioneer Path offer ?
Pioneer Path offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Pioneer Path part of?
Pioneer Path is part of Channahon SD 17 School District.
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