Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pioneer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer Elementary School's student population of 449 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Empowering each other to Pioneer a better tomorrow.
School Rankings
Pioneer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#364 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Douglas County School District No. Re 1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Elementary School's ranking?
Pioneer Elementary School is ranked #364 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Pioneer Elementary School often compared to?
Pioneer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iron Horse Elementary School, Frontier Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Elementary School?
449 students attend Pioneer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pioneer Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Elementary School?
Pioneer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pioneer Elementary School offer ?
Pioneer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer Elementary School part of?
Pioneer Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Pioneer Elementary School located?
Pioneer Elementary School is located in the Canterberry Crossing neighborhood of Parker, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Canterberry Crossing.
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