Pioneer Elementary School

3663 WOODLAND HILLS DR COLORADO SPRINGS CO 80918

Top 25% School in Colorado

Ranked 15 of 90 in Colorado

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About Pioneer Elementary School

Pioneer Elementary School is one of Colorado's best Elementary Schools for grades K-5, emphasizing academic growth and student support. With a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, Pioneer has the opportunity to give students individualized instruction and attention to their needs. In 2023, Pioneer was awarded the National ESEA Distinguished Schools Award for incredible student performance, showing commitment to excellence in their field. Students will routinely be above state averages in reading and are being supported with innovative programs such as Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS), English Language Learner support, and Gifted & Talented services, to make sure every child is successful. In addition, families benefit from Pioneer being a great environment that builds students both academically and social-environmentally. Pioneer has placed the bar as the best Elementary School in Colorado.

Contact Information

Address

3663 WOODLAND HILLS DR COLORADO SPRINGS CO 80918

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Phone

(719) 234-5000

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 52% in Reading.
27
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
342
Total Students
$63151
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 15 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Pioneer Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
Detailed program information coming Fall 2025!
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

15

of 90 in Colorado

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:10 AM – 3:55 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 50%
Asian 2.6%
Hispanic 29.6%
Black 3.7%
Two+ Races 12.9%
Native Am. 1%
White
50%
Asian
2.6%
Hispanic
29.6%
Black
3.7%
Two+ Races
12.9%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 342
52%
178 Female
48%
164 Male

Student Population

342 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

355 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Pioneer Elementary School has a strong sense of community, commitment to academic and social growth, and some exciting offerings, such as the School-Based Agriculture program.

FAQ

Q1. What ages are the students at Pioneer Elementary?

A1. At Pioneer Elementary, students are in kindergarten through 5th grade, typically ages 5 to 11, in preparation for middle school.

Q2. Does Pioneer Elementary have STEM (science, tech, engineering, math) programs?

A2. Yes, Pioneer Elementary does STEM. They have science labs, coding, and extra math stuff that teaches kids how to think and solve problems.

Q3. How can parents help at Pioneer Elementary?

A3. Parents can volunteer in classrooms, serve on committees, or attend family nights, which creates a link between school and home for the students.

Q4. How do kids get to Pioneer Elementary?

A4. The school district provides busing for students that live in certain areas. This is important for getting students to and from school.

Q5. Do people like the teachers at Pioneer Elementary?

A5. Generally, parents have given positive feedback about teachers through surveys. They believe teachers care about students, are creative, and help children learn while developing a confidence in themselves.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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