Serving 84 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pioneer School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer School's student population of 84 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Pioneer School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#518 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
14%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer School's ranking?
Pioneer School is ranked #518 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Pioneer School often compared to?
Pioneer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington School, Orchard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Pioneer School?
84 students attend Pioneer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pioneer School students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer School?
Pioneer School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pioneer School offer ?
Pioneer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pioneer School part of?
Pioneer School is part of Pioneer Elementary School District.
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