Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pioneer Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pioneer Academy's student population of 722 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Pioneer Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3824 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
97%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Academy's ranking?
Pioneer Academy is ranked #3824 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pioneer Academy often compared to?
Pioneer Academyis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 14 Fairview, Helen M Marshall School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Academy?
722 students attend Pioneer Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pioneer Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Academy?
Pioneer Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pioneer Academy offer ?
Pioneer Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pioneer Academy part of?
Pioneer Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
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