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Pioneer Union Elementary

Near Average2024–25 data3 schools · avg 47.6/100

Pioneer Union Elementary has 3 ranked schools across elementary and middle levels with an average Scope Score of 47.6/100 — 3.8 points above the California state average of 43.8. The highest-scoring school is Pioneer Elementary at 54/100, where 25.9% of students exceed the state standard. The district spends $21,115 per student (above the state average of $14,815). Chronic absenteeism averages 12.2%, below the state average. Data source: CDE CAASPP 2025 and NCES fiscal data, analyzed by SchoolScope.

Avg Scope Score
47.6
State avg: 43.8
SchoolScope composite
Score Range
14.8
38.8 – 53.6
Avg Exceeded %
22.6%
State avg: 21.6%
Chronic Absenteeism
12.2%
State avg: 18.1%
Schools Ranked
3
With Scope Scores
Charter Schools
3
of 3 ranked schools
LevelAvg ScoreSchoolsExceededAbsent
ElementarySolid
52.0/100
225.4%12.6%
MiddleDeveloping
38.8/100
117.0%11.3%

K–12 pipeline

The typical school path in Pioneer Union Elementary, top-scoring shown first.

Elementary
52.0
avg score · 2 schools
Middle
38.8
avg score · 1 school
Pioneer Middle
Developing
39/100

District Analysis

Strongest level: Pioneer Union Elementary's elementary schools lead the district with an average Scope Score of 52.0.

Growth story: District-wide elementary growth averages -3.2pp (state avg: -3.0pp), a negative trend that warrants attention.

Consistency: Score range of 14.8 points — moderately consistent between schools.

Absenteeism: District chronic absenteeism averages 12.2%, 5.9pp above the state average of 18.1%.

Suspensions: District suspension rate averages 3.8%, below the state average of 1.7%.

Top school: Pioneer Elementary leads the district at 54 with 25.9% exceeding standard.

How we score · Scope Score methodology

Student demographics

Hispanic
48.5%
White
39.9%
Asian
2.0%
Black
1.7%
Other
8.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
56%
Economic need indicator · district avg

District averages · California Department of Education enrollment data

District Funding

Pioneer Union Elementary spends $21,115 per student in current expenditures — $6,301 above the state average of $14,815.

Per-Pupil Spending
$21,115
State avg: $14,815
District Enrollment
52
Students for funding calc
2016–2020 Trend
↑ 26.3%
$16,712 → $21,115
Spending Efficiency
2.25
Scope Score per $1K spent
Spending Breakdown
Instruction 60%Support 38%Other 2%
NCES F-33 Finance · District-level data — not school-specific

Data source: NCES Common Core of Data, Fiscal Survey (F-33) · 2019–2020

Teacher compensation

Salary Range
$60,475–$117,550
District schedule · CA median ~$98K
Teaching Staff
76
Full-time equivalent teachers

CDE Form J-90 salary schedule · 2024–25

Elementary Schools (2)

Pioneer Union Elementary has 2 ranked elementary schools averaging a Scope Score of 52.0 — 8.2 points above the state average of 43.8.

Growth averages -3.2pp district-wide — a negative trend worth examining.

The highest-scoring elementary school is Pioneer Elementary with a Scope Score of 54 and 25.9% exceeding standard.

#SchoolExceededScore
1Pioneer Elementary
Pioneer Union Elementary Building Momentum
25.9%Solid
54/100
2Frontier Elementary
Pioneer Union Elementary Building Momentum
24.9%Solid
50/100

Middle Schools (1)

Pioneer Union Elementary has 1 ranked middle schools averaging a Scope Score of 38.8 — 1.7 points near the state average of 40.5.

Growth averages -9.3pp district-wide — a negative trend worth examining.

The highest-scoring middle school is Pioneer Middle with a Scope Score of 39 and 17.0% exceeding standard.

#SchoolExceededScore
1Pioneer Middle
Pioneer Union Elementary Building Momentum
17.0%Developing
39/100

Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology

Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.

What Scope Scores can't tell you about Pioneer Union Elementary

  • Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
  • Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
  • Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
  • Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
  • Parent and community engagement levels
  • Quality of special education and gifted programs
  • How resources are distributed across schools within the district

Scope Scores measure academic performance and school climate using public data. They are one lens among many. Full methodology

Frequently asked questions

Is Pioneer Union Elementary a good school district?
Pioneer Union Elementary has 3 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 47.6/100, which is 3.8 points above the California state average of 43.8. 22.6% of students exceed the state standard on average. The Scope Score measures academic performance and school climate across six dimensions. Data source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
What is the best school in Pioneer Union Elementary?
The highest-scoring school in Pioneer Union Elementary is Pioneer Elementary with a Scope Score of 54/100 and 25.9% exceeding standard. See methodology.
How much does Pioneer Union Elementary spend per student?
Pioneer Union Elementary spends $21,115 per student in current expenditures. The state average is $14,815. Spending data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data Fiscal Survey (F-33). Higher spending does not automatically mean better outcomes — the Scope Score measures what happens in the classroom regardless of budget.
What is the teacher salary range in Pioneer Union Elementary?
Teacher salaries in Pioneer Union Elementary range from $60,475–$117,550 based on the district's salary schedule (CDE Form J-90). The California statewide median teacher salary is approximately $98,000.
What does the Scope Score measure?
The Scope Score is SchoolScope's proprietary composite rating (0–100) based on six dimensions of publicly available California school data: the exceeded-vs-met standard split, overall proficiency, grade-level growth, chronic absenteeism, suspension rate, and ELPAC English Learner proficiency. Full methodology and weights.