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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

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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