Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pioneer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1432 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
27%
28%
Black
26%
16%
White
24%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Elementary School is ranked #1432 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Pioneer Elementary School often compared to?
Pioneer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Elementary School?
526 students attend Pioneer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Pioneer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Elementary School?
Pioneer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pioneer Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pioneer Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Elementary School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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