Serving 1,071 students in grades 6-8, Pioneer Heritage Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Heritage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer Heritage Middle School's student population of 1,071 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Heritage Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Heritage Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
6%
Hispanic
9%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Heritage Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Heritage Middle School is ranked #113 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pioneer Heritage Middle School often compared to?
Pioneer Heritage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Heritage Middle School?
1,071 students attend Pioneer Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pioneer Heritage Middle School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Heritage Middle School?
Pioneer Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pioneer Heritage Middle School offer ?
Pioneer Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pioneer Heritage Middle School part of?
Pioneer Heritage Middle School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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