Serving 15 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pioneer Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pioneer Virtual Academy's student population of 15 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pioneer Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Virtual Academy is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1118 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
20%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Virtual Academy's ranking?
Pioneer Virtual Academy is ranked #1118 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Virtual Academy?
15 students attend Pioneer Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pioneer Virtual Academy students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Virtual Academy?
Pioneer Virtual Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pioneer Virtual Academy offer ?
Pioneer Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pioneer Virtual Academy part of?
Pioneer Virtual Academy is part of Pioneer School District.
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