Serving 484 students in grades 5-12, Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite's student population of 484 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3398 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
78%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
8%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite's ranking?
Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite is ranked #3398 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite often compared to?
Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquiteis often viewed alongside schools like Moss Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite?
The graduation rate of Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite?
484 students attend Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite?
Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite offer ?
Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite part of?
Pioneer Technology (Ptaa) Mesquite is part of Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy School District.
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