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Pioneer Elementary

Pioneer Union Elementary · Kings County · 8810 14th Avenue, Hanford, CA 93230-9677

(559) 584-8831 · www.puesd.net/domain/9

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8/10
#1524
Rank 1524 out of 5,722
Top 27%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1419 · 75th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1599 · 72nd percentile
Science7/10 · #1780 · 68th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the agricultural heart of Kings County, Pioneer Elementary stands out as one of Hanford's stronger academic options, drawing families who want a charter school environment with a genuine focus on core skills. The school performs solidly across English, math, and science, making it a natural fit for parents who prioritize measurable academic growth in the early grades. Hanford itself has a small-city, Central Valley feel — affordable, community-rooted, and close-knit — and Pioneer fits right into that ethos while still offering something a little different from the traditional district path.

Student Demographics

232 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
155 (67%)
White
52 (22%)
Multiple Races
11 (5%)
Filipino
7 (3%)
Asian
4 (2%)
Other
5 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners30 (13%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged130 (56%)
Students with Disabilities16 (7%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

518
Enrollment
24.8
Teachers (FTE)
20.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
22.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #5557 · 8th percentile

12 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found