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#380 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 10% in state

Pioneer Path

Elementary School · Channahon SD 17

24920 S Sage St, Channahon, IL 60410

Enrollment

252

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

8.3

Grades

3rd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#380 of 3,813

In Channahon

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Channahon SD 17

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Pioneer Path

8.3/10

Elementary School in Channahon · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pioneer Path

Pioneer Path is a public elementary school in Channahon, IL, part of Channahon SD 17. Pioneer Path serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer Path has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #380 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Pioneer Path show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • IL avg 6.2

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 Data13
Annual Change-4.06 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,563
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Pioneer Path — Students at Pioneer Path score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
94%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
75%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
35%
2022
ELA
47%

* 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 Path Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in IL
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

Location

24920 S Sage St, Channahon, IL 60410

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pioneer Path may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N B Galloway Elem School (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Elwood C C School (rated 8.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Elwood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Troy Hofer Elem Sch (rated 8.0/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Channahon, see our Channahon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
N B Galloway Elem School Channahon 1.0 mi 9.3
Three Rivers School Channahon 1.1 mi 6.6
Channahon Junior High School Channahon 1.1 mi 7.3
FAMILIES OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Channahon 1.6 mi 6.4
Minooka Community High School Minooka 2.3 mi 5.4
Minooka Jr High School Minooka 2.6 mi 4.3
Minooka Primary Center Minooka 2.8 mi 5.4
Minooka Intermediate School Minooka 2.8 mi 4.1
Minooka Elem School Minooka 2.9 mi 4.2
Aux Sable Minooka 2.8 mi 4.1
Walnut Trails Elem School Shorewood 6.0 mi 7.5
Troy Shorewood School Shorewood 6.3 mi 7.5
Troy Heritage Trail School Joliet 6.2 mi 6.8
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shorewood 7.6 mi 7.0
Troy Cronin Elem School Shorewood 7.5 mi 7.1
Troy Hofer Elem Sch Shorewood 7.8 mi 8.0
Jones Elementary School Joliet 7.6 mi 4.7
Elwood C C School Elwood 6.1 mi 8.5
Orenic Intermediate School Plainfield 8.3 mi 7.1
Troy Middle School Plainfield 8.3 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,278

Median Home Value

$293,500

Median Rent

$1,613/mo

Population

14,027

College Educated

28.9%

Homeownership

90.1%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

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COUNTRYSIDE SCHOOL Champaign, IL 8.3
Coal City Intermediate School Coal City, IL 8.3
Cuba Elem School Cuba, IL 8.3
Edison Elem School Elmhurst, IL 8.3
Field Stevenson Elem School Forest Park, IL 8.3
Grand Ridge School Grand Ridge, IL 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pioneer Path

What grades does Pioneer Path serve?

Pioneer Path serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.

How many students attend Pioneer Path?

Pioneer Path has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Path?

The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Path is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pioneer Path rank in IL?

Pioneer Path ranks #380 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Pioneer Path's MySchoolScout rating?

Pioneer Path has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Path?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer Path has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Pioneer Path a charter school?

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

Is Pioneer Path a Title I school?

No, Pioneer Path is not currently a Title I school.

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

23.8% of students at Pioneer Path 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

Channahon SD 17
District Enrollment
1,163
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,563
District Rank
#2 of 4

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