Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pioneer Elementary 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 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pioneer Elementary School's student population of 621 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Pioneer Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1623 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
60%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Elementary School is ranked #1623 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Elementary School?
621 students attend Pioneer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pioneer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Elementary School?
Pioneer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioneer Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Elementary School is part of Auburn School District.
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