Serving 3,080 students in grades 9-12, Pioneer Valley High 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,080 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Valley High serves the northwest part of Santa Maria, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pioneer Valley High School's student population of 3,080 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,080 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer Valley High 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 Valley High School is 0.12, 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
#6077 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Teal
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Valley High School's ranking?
Pioneer Valley High School is ranked #6077 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pioneer Valley High School often compared to?
Pioneer Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Maria High School, Ernest Righetti High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pioneer Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Pioneer Valley High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Pioneer Valley High School?
3,080 students attend Pioneer Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pioneer Valley High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Valley High School?
Pioneer Valley High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pioneer Valley High School offer ?
Pioneer Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pioneer Valley High School part of?
Pioneer Valley High School is part of Santa Maria Joint Union High School District.
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