Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pioneer Peak Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Peak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer Peak Elementary School's student population of 471 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Pioneer Peak Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Peak Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 459 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Peak Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Pioneer Peak Elementary School often compared to?
Pioneer Peak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Finger Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Peak Elementary School?
471 students attend Pioneer Peak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pioneer Peak Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer Peak Elementary School?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pioneer Peak Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pioneer Peak Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Pioneer Peak Elementary School located?
Pioneer Peak Elementary School is located in the Gateway neighborhood of Palmer, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Gateway.
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