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Pioneer Middle School (Ranked Bottom 50% for 2026) - Shelton, WA

Pioneer Middle School

50 E Spencer Lake Road
Shelton, WA 98584
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 250 students in grades 6-8, Pioneer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 250 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pioneer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Pioneer Middle School's student population of 250 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we seek high levels of learning for all: EVERY child, EVERY day.

School Rankings

Pioneer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1856 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
16%
41%
37%
53%
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pioneer Middle School's ranking?
Pioneer Middle School is ranked #1856 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Pioneer Middle School?
250 students attend Pioneer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pioneer Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Middle School?
Pioneer Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioneer Middle School offer ?
Pioneer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pioneer Middle School part of?
Pioneer Middle School is part of Pioneer School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 250 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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