Excellent
#751 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 20% in state
Pioneer Park Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
39500 PIONEER PARK RD, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#751 of 3,778
In Belle Glade
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#58 of 221
PALM BEACH
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Pioneer Park Elementary School
Elementary School in Belle Glade · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pioneer Park Elementary School
Pioneer Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Belle Glade, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Pioneer Park Elementary School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #751 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pioneer Park Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Pioneer Park Elementary School 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 Park Elementary School — Students at Pioneer Park Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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: 8.9/10.
How Pioneer Park Elementary School Compares
See how Pioneer Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
39500 PIONEER PARK RD, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pioneer Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Pahokee), with a very similar rating. Another option is CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Clewiston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby South Bay), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belle Glade, see our Belle Glade schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Belle Glade | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| GLADE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Belle Glade | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| GOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| BELLE GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| GLADES DAY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| HILLSIDE ACADEMY Belade | 2.6 mi | — |
| ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bay | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM-WEST Belle Glade | 3.7 mi | — |
| GLADES ACADEMY INC Pahokee | 8.5 mi | 2.8 |
| THE SHEPHERD S SCHOOL Pahokee | 9.9 mi | 7.7 |
| GAP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pahokee | 10.5 mi | 4.3 |
| EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pahokee | 10.7 mi | 7.7 |
| PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH Pahokee | 10.8 mi | 7.8 |
| PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pahokee | 10.8 mi | 8.1 |
| K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point | 13.4 mi | 7.6 |
| CLEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.1 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.6 mi | 8.1 |
| EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,690
Median Home Value
$142,200
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
19,773
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHUMUCKLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jay, FL | 8.0 |
| DUNEDIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dunedin, FL | 8.0 |
| GROVE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL | 8.0 |
| HERITAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.0 |
| LINCOLN AVENUE ACADEMY Lakeland, FL | 8.0 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pioneer Park Elementary School
What grades does Pioneer Park Elementary School serve?
Pioneer Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pioneer Park Elementary School?
Pioneer Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Park Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pioneer Park Elementary School rank in FL?
Pioneer Park Elementary School ranks #751 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pioneer Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pioneer Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer Park Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pioneer Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pioneer Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pioneer Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pioneer Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pioneer Park Elementary School?
90.1% of students at Pioneer Park 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (561) 993-8600
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #58 of 221
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