Serving 244 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Path's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 19.9 square miles in Channahon, IL. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge being about 4.6 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer Path's student population of 244 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer Path ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Path is 0.37, 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
#472 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Path's ranking?
Pioneer Path is ranked #472 out of 3,542 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?
244 students attend Pioneer Path.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pioneer Path students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Path?
Pioneer Path has a student ration of 12:1, 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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