Excellent
#898 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Pioneer High
High School · Whittier Union High
10800 Ben Avon, Whittier, CA 90606
Enrollment
1,072
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,072
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#898 of 9,539
In Whittier
#5 of 42
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Whittier Union High
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Pioneer High
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About Pioneer High
Pioneer High is a public high school in Whittier, CA, part of Whittier Union High. Pioneer High serves approximately 1,072 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #898 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pioneer High show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Pioneer High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Pioneer High — Students at Pioneer High score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Pioneer High Compares
See how Pioneer High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10800 Ben Avon, Whittier, CA 90606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pioneer High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. El Rancho High (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ruben Salazar Continuation (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera), a more accessible option. For more schools in Whittier, see our Whittier schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Los Nietos Middle Los Nietos | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| HANGUI YU INC DBA Whittier | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Daniel Phelan Language Academy Whittier | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Keystone Academy Santa Fe Springs | 0.9 mi | — |
| El Rancho High Pico Rivera | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Katherine Edwards Mid Sch STEAM & Dual Immersion Acad Whittier | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Rivera Middle Pico Rivera | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Rivera Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| St. Marianne De Parades Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.0 mi | — |
| STEAM Academy @ Burke Pico Rivera | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Jersey Avenue Elementary Santa Fe Springs | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST MARIANNE SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| West Whittier Elementary Whittier | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Valencia Academy of the Arts Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Christian Sorensen Science Academy Whittier | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Ruben Salazar Continuation Pico Rivera | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,904
Median Home Value
$623,500
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
31,881
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pioneer High
What grades does Pioneer High serve?
Pioneer High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Pioneer High?
Pioneer High has an enrollment of approximately 1,072 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer High?
The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer High is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pioneer High rank in CA?
Pioneer High ranks #898 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pioneer High's MySchoolScout rating?
Pioneer High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer High has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pioneer High a charter school?
No, Pioneer High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pioneer High a Title I school?
No, Pioneer High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pioneer High?
89.6% of students at Pioneer High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,072
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (562) 698-8121
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
Whittier Union High- District Enrollment
- 10,223
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,374
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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