Hanford High vs Pioneer Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanford High
Hanford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,498 students
Pioneer Middle
Hanford · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
550 students
| Measure | Hanford High Hanford, California | Pioneer Middle Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #799 of 1,343 | #399 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13044 of 16,910 | #7344 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,498 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 1,498 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 45.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 41% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 31.3).
- •Pioneer Middle does better on math proficiency (41% vs 21%).
- •Hanford High does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 59%).
- •Pioneer Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.1% vs 83.6%).
- •Pioneer Middle does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.8).
- •Hanford High is the larger school with 1,498 students compared with 550.
- •Hanford High is a public school while Pioneer Middle is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hanford High better than Pioneer Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer Middle ranks higher (51.4 vs 31.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hanford High and Pioneer Middle?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanford High: 1,498. Pioneer Middle: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanford High and Pioneer Middle rank in California?
Hanford High is 799th of 1,343 and Pioneer Middle is 399th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).