Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pioneer Peak Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Peak Elementary serves the southern part of Palmer, AK, covering an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Peak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer Peak Elementary School's student population of 449 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer Peak Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Peak Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
13%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Peak Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School is ranked #91 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Pioneer Peak Elementary School often compared to?
Pioneer Peak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finger Lake Elementary School, Swanson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Peak Elementary School?
449 students attend Pioneer Peak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pioneer Peak Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Peak Elementary School?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pioneer Peak Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pioneer Peak Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Pioneer Peak Elementary School located?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School is located in the Gateway neighborhood of Palmer, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Gateway.
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