Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Pioneer Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer Middle School's student population of 778 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Middle School is ranked #404 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Pioneer Middle School often compared to?
Pioneer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School, Discovery Middle School, East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Middle School?
778 students attend Pioneer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pioneer Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Middle School?
Pioneer Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioneer Middle School offer ?
Pioneer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pioneer Middle School part of?
Pioneer Middle School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools School District.
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