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#605 of 719 schools in ID

Pioneer Primary School

Elementary School · WEISER DISTRICT

624 PIONEER ROAD, Weiser, ID 83672

Enrollment

428

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#605 of 719

In Weiser

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

WEISER DISTRICT

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Pioneer Primary School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Weiser · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Pioneer Primary School

Pioneer Primary School is a public elementary school in Weiser, ID, part of WEISER DISTRICT. Pioneer Primary School serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Pioneer Primary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.0
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,215
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Pioneer Primary School — Students at Pioneer Primary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
42%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Pioneer Primary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in ID
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

Location

624 PIONEER ROAD, Weiser, ID 83672

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pioneer Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Annex Charter School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aiken Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Weiser, see our Weiser schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.9 mi
School Distance Rating
WEISER HIGH SCHOOL Weiser 0.6 mi 6.8
INDIANHEAD ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Weiser 0.7 mi
WEISER MIDDLE SCHOOL Weiser 0.7 mi 4.9
Annex Charter School Ontario 1.2 mi 9.1
PARK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Weiser 1.1 mi 3.6
TRUE VINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weiser 1.2 mi
Pioneer Elementary School Ontario 9.6 mi 4.9
RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Payette 11.3 mi 8.2
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Payette 12.1 mi 2.9
PAYETTE PRIMARY SCHOOL Payette 12.4 mi 4.0
PAYETTE ACADEMY Payette 12.6 mi 4.2
MCCAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Payette 12.5 mi 5.6
TREASURE VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Payette 12.8 mi
PAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL Payette 13.2 mi 5.3
May Roberts Elementary School Ontario 15.2 mi 5.0
Ontario High School Ontario 15.5 mi 7.5
Aiken Elementary School Ontario 15.5 mi 6.7
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ontario 15.6 mi 6.5
Ontario Middle School Ontario 15.7 mi 7.8
Four Rivers Community School Ontario 15.9 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83672 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,450

Median Home Value

$244,300

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

8,929

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

71.6%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

43

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School Rating
HEYBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Maries, ID 4.5
HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 4.5
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg, ID 4.5
A H BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 4.6
BUTTE VIEW SCHOOL Emmett, ID 4.6
MOUNTAIN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon, ID 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pioneer Primary School

What grades does Pioneer Primary School serve?

Pioneer Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Pioneer Primary School?

Pioneer Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Primary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pioneer Primary School rank in ID?

Pioneer Primary School ranks #605 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Pioneer Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pioneer Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer Primary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pioneer Primary School a charter school?

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

Is Pioneer Primary School a Title I school?

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

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

49.8% of students at Pioneer Primary 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

WEISER DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,525
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,215
District Rank
#3 of 4

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