Serving 771 students in grades 7-8, Pioneer Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pioneer Junior High School's student population of 771 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
771 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pioneer Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Junior High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2151 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Upland Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: 49ers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Junior High School's ranking?
Pioneer Junior High School is ranked #2151 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Junior High School?
771 students attend Pioneer Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pioneer Junior High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Junior High School?
Pioneer Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pioneer Junior High School offer ?
Pioneer Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Pioneer Junior High School part of?
Pioneer Junior High School is part of Upland Unified School District.
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