Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pioneer School Of The Arts ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pioneer School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pioneer School Of The Arts's student population of 644 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Pioneer School Of The Arts ranks within the top 5% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pioneer School Of The Arts is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 709 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
82%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pioneer School Of The Arts's ranking?
Pioneer School Of The Arts is ranked #13 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Pioneer School Of The Arts?
644 students attend Pioneer School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pioneer School Of The Arts students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pioneer School Of The Arts?
Pioneer School Of The Arts has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pioneer School Of The Arts offer ?
Pioneer School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pioneer School Of The Arts part of?
Pioneer School Of The Arts is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Pioneer School Of The Arts located?
Pioneer School Of The Arts is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 21 other public schools located in West Boise.
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