Very Good
#405 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 28% of private schools
The Pioneer School
Middle School
105 MASTERS DR, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#405 of 1,462
In St. Augustine
#4 of 7
public schools
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The Pioneer School
Middle School in St. Augustine · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Pioneer School
The Pioneer School is a private middle school in St. Augustine, FL. The Pioneer School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
The Pioneer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, The Pioneer School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, The Pioneer School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Pioneer School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Pioneer School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in St. Augustine, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Pioneer School (this school) | 7.1 |
| ST. AUGUSTINE PUBLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL (SAPMS) | 2.5 |
| THE EVELYN HAMBLEN CENTER | 4.4 |
| GAINES ALTERNATIVE AT HAMBLEN | 4.0 |
| SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB) | 7.0 |
| BLIND PK-8 SCHOOL (FSDB) | 6.0 |
| R J MURRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| ST. JOHNS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | 7.1 |
| ST. JOHNS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| GAMBLE ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| MILL CREEK ACADEMY | 8.2 |
| PACETTI BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| PINE ISLAND ACADEMY | 5.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
105 MASTERS DR, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Pioneer School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is R J MURRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DEAF MIDDLE SCHOOL (FSDB) (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,965
Median Home Value
$295,000
Median Rent
$1,534/mo
Population
36,998
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
43.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WONDERHERE ACADEMY Lakeland, FL | 7.0 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS - NAPLES Naples, FL | 7.4 |
| THE ACADEMY AT OCEAN REEF Key Largo, FL | 7.6 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI MIDDLE SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 7.8 |
| JUST FOR GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 5.9 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach, FL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Pioneer School
What grades does The Pioneer School serve?
The Pioneer School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend The Pioneer School?
The Pioneer School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Pioneer School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Pioneer School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Pioneer School rank in FL?
The Pioneer School ranks #405 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is The Pioneer School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Pioneer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Pioneer School a private school?
Yes, The Pioneer School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Pioneer School a religious school?
No, The Pioneer School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Johns County
- Phone
- (904) 209-5891
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