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#254 of 381 private schools in WA
Pioneer School
Elementary School
618 N SULLIVAN RD STE 5, Spokane Valley, WA 99037
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#254 of 381
In Spokane Valley
#4 of 5
public schools
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Pioneer School
Elementary School in Spokane Valley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pioneer School
Pioneer School is a private elementary school in Spokane Valley, WA. Pioneer School serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Pioneer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, 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.
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 Pioneer School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Spokane Valley, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pioneer School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Progress Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Adams Elementary | 7.0 |
| Summit School | 8.2 |
| Riverbend Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Greenacres Elementary | 7.0 |
| Sunrise Elementary | 8.9 |
| Spokane Valley Learning Academy | 5.5 |
| Central Valley Virtual Learning | 5.1 |
| EV Parent Partnership | 5.5 |
| McDonald Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Opportunity Elementary | 5.0 |
| Trent School | 4.8 |
| Trentwood School | 7.1 |
| EV Online | 4.0 |
| Broadway Elementary | 6.6 |
| South Pines Elementary | 7.8 |
| Chester Elementary School | 7.5 |
| University Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Ponderosa Elementary | 7.7 |
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 WA.
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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 WA
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
618 N SULLIVAN RD STE 5, Spokane Valley, WA 99037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pioneer School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunrise Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McDonald Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summit School (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spokane Valley, see our Spokane Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Progress Elementary School Spokane Valley | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Mica Peak High School Spokane Valley | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| School to Life Spokane Valley | 0.4 mi | — |
| Central Valley Early Learning Center Spokane Valley | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Spokane Valley | 0.5 mi | — |
| Central Valley High School Spokane Valley | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Spokane Valley | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Adams Elementary Spokane Valley | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SPOKANE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Spokane Valley | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Greenacres Middle School Spokane Valley | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Evergreen Middle School Spokane Valley | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Summit School Spokane Valley | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| EV Parent Partnership Spokane Valley | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Sunrise Elementary Spokane Valley | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Riverbend Elementary School Spokane Valley | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Greenacres Elementary Spokane Valley | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| McDonald Elementary School Spokane Valley | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| East Valley High School Spokane Valley | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| EV Online Spokane Valley | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| East Valley Middle School Spokane Valley | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,886
Median Home Value
$446,700
Median Rent
$1,303/mo
Population
16,761
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pioneer School
What grades does Pioneer School serve?
Pioneer School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pioneer School?
Pioneer School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pioneer School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pioneer School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pioneer School rank in WA?
Pioneer School ranks #254 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Pioneer School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pioneer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pioneer School a private school?
Yes, 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 Pioneer School a religious school?
No, Pioneer School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Spokane County
- Phone
- (509) 922-7818
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