Serving 746 students in grades 6-8, Pioneer Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer Middle School's student population of 746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1023 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Middle School is ranked #1023 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Middle School?
746 students attend Pioneer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pioneer Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Steilacoom Hist. School District.
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