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#262 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 14% in state

Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School

Elementary School · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

101 E. BASELINE ROAD, Lafayette, CO 80026

Enrollment

488

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#262 of 1,815

In Lafayette

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#27 of 54

Boulder Valley School District No. Re2

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Lafayette · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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About Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School

Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lafayette, CO, part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #262 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.7% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.7% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,172
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School — Students at Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
42%
2025
Math
39.5%
ELA
56.9%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School Compares

See how Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
86th percentile in CO
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

101 E. BASELINE ROAD, Lafayette, CO 80026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowlark School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Erie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Erie Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Erie), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thunder Vista P-8 (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Broomfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Lafayette Elementary School Lafayette 0.4 mi 8.3
Alicia Sanchez International School Lafayette 0.8 mi 6.3
Peak to Peak Charter School Lafayette 0.9 mi 8.5
Justice High Charter School Lafayette 1.0 mi 5.4
Angevine Middle School Lafayette 1.1 mi 7.8
Centaurus High School Lafayette 1.6 mi 8.3
ADVENTURE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lafayette 1.9 mi 4.7
Ryan Elementary School Lafayette 1.8 mi 7.6
Meadowlark School Erie 2.3 mi 9.2
TREEHOUSE LEARNING Louisville 2.1 mi
Louisville Middle School Louisville 2.6 mi 8.2
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School Erie 2.9 mi 4.8
Red Hawk Elementary Erie 3.2 mi 8.0
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville 2.9 mi 7.2
Louisville Elementary School Louisville 3.1 mi 8.2
Thunder Vista P-8 Broomfield 3.1 mi 8.8
Erie Elementary School Erie 3.8 mi 8.9
Erie Middle School Erie 3.9 mi 6.8
Aspen Creek K-8 School Broomfield 4.1 mi 6.9
Broomfield Heights Middle School Broomfield 4.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,031

Median Home Value

$664,000

Median Rent

$2,054/mo

Population

32,549

College Educated

66.2%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

40.2

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Bacon Elementary School Fort Collins, CO 8.1
Douglass Elementary School Boulder, CO 8.1
Eaton Elementary School Eaton, CO 8.1
Grand View Elementary Frederick, CO 8.1
High Plains School Loveland, CO 8.1
Hopkins Elementary School Centennial, CO 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School

What grades does Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School serve?

Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School?

Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School rank in CO?

Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School ranks #262 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Bilingual Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School a charter school?

No, Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School?

45.3% of students at Pioneer Bilingual Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

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