Very Good
#2786 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Pioneer Elementary
Elementary School · New Haven Unified
32737 Bel Aire St., Union City, CA 94587
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher
26.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,786 of 9,539
In Union City
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
New Haven Unified
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Pioneer Elementary
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About Pioneer Elementary
Pioneer Elementary is a public elementary school in Union City, CA, part of New Haven Unified. Pioneer Elementary serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,786 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pioneer Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pioneer Elementary runs 26.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Pioneer Elementary — Students at Pioneer Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Pioneer Elementary Compares
See how Pioneer Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
32737 Bel Aire St., Union City, CA 94587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pioneer Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Warwick Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Delaine Eastin Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Patterson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Union City, see our Union City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Delaine Eastin Elementary Union City | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Ardenwood Elementary Fremont | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| PEACE TERRACE ACADEMY Fremont | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Peace Terrace Academy Fremont | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rivendell Academy of Fremont Fremont | 1.3 mi | — |
| Forest Park Elementary Fremont | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Itliong-Vera Cruz Union City | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Alvarado Elementary Union City | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Union City | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Challenger School – Ardenwood Newark | 2.0 mi | — |
| Tom Kitayama Elementary Union City | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Newark | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL IN NEWARK Newark | 2.3 mi | — |
| Warwick Elementary Fremont | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Bridgepoint High Newark | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Crossroads High (Alternative) Newark | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Patterson Elementary Fremont | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Newark | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Union City Christian School Union City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Newark Middle Newark | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$137,194
Median Home Value
$1,058,200
Median Rent
$2,713/mo
Population
68,141
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
42.1
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| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| Bernardo Elementary Escondido, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pioneer Elementary
What grades does Pioneer Elementary serve?
Pioneer Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pioneer Elementary?
Pioneer Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Elementary is 26.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pioneer Elementary rank in CA?
Pioneer Elementary ranks #2,786 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pioneer Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pioneer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Pioneer Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pioneer Elementary a charter school?
No, Pioneer Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pioneer Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pioneer Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pioneer Elementary?
44.1% of students at Pioneer Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 637
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.2%
- Phone
- (510) 487-4530
Resources & Links
District
New Haven Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,052
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,182
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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