Very Good
#1965 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 23% in state
Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL
Elementary School · PIONEER TECHNOLOGY & ARTS ACADEMY
15720 HILLCREST RD, Dallas, TX 75248
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,965 of 8,552
In Dallas
#97 of 374
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY & ARTS ACADEMY
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL
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About Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL
Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of PIONEER TECHNOLOGY & ARTS ACADEMY. Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,965 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL — Students at Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL Compares
See how Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15720 HILLCREST RD, Dallas, TX 75248
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CELIA HAYS EL (rated 8.1/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Rockwall), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HARRY HERNDON EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Royse City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 3 (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Mesquite), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 3 Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| HARRY HERNDON EL Royse City | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| GLENDA ARNOLD EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Royse City | 2.5 mi | — |
| RUTH CHERRY EL Royse City | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| W R (BILL) FORT EL Royse City | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| DAVIS EL Royse City | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| OUIDA BALEY MIDDLE Royse City | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) FATE Dallas | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BOBBY SUMMERS MIDDLE Royse City | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ROYSE CITY H S Royse City | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| MISS MAY VERNON EL Royse City | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| LUPE GARCIA EL Rockwall | 3.3 mi | 3.4 |
| BILLIE STEVENSON EL Fate | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SHARON SHANNON EL Rockwall | 5.9 mi | 7.4 |
| CELIA HAYS EL Rockwall | 5.9 mi | 8.1 |
| JOHN & BARBARA RODERICK EL Nevada | 6.9 mi | 4.6 |
| DORRIS A JONES EL Rockwall | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| COMMUNITY H S Nevada | 7.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ROCKWALL QUEST ACADEMY Rockwall | 6.5 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75248 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,063
Median Home Value
$543,000
Median Rent
$1,602/mo
Population
37,644
College Educated
65.3%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL
What grades does Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL serve?
Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL?
Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL rank in TX?
Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL ranks #1,965 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL a charter school?
Yes, Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL a Title I school?
No, Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL?
19.6% of students at Pioneer Technology (ptaa) Royse City EL 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Rockwall County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (972) 375-9672
Resources & Links
District
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY & ARTS ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 2,603
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,223
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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