Serving 1,514 students in grades 9-12, Pioneer High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer High School's student population of 1,514 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer High School is 0.69, 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
#2117 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
38%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer High School's ranking?
Pioneer High School is ranked #2117 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pioneer High School often compared to?
Pioneer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Clara High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pioneer High School?
The graduation rate of Pioneer High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pioneer High School?
1,514 students attend Pioneer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Pioneer High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer High School?
Pioneer High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Pioneer High School offer ?
Pioneer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pioneer High School part of?
Pioneer High School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pioneer High School located?
Pioneer High School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Jose.
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