Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pioneer Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer Valley Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Valley Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#520 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
7%
2%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Valley Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Valley Elementary School?
527 students attend Pioneer Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pioneer Valley Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Valley Elementary School?
Pioneer Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pioneer Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pioneer Valley Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Valley Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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