Joseph M. Simas vs Pioneer Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph M. Simas
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
514 students
Pioneer Middle
Hanford · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
550 students
| Measure | Joseph M. Simas Hanford, California | Pioneer Middle Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1750 of 5,693 | #399 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #23110 of 50,301 | #7344 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 514 | 550 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.3% | 45.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 41% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph M. Simas scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 51.4).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on math proficiency (56% vs 41%).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 59%).
- •Pioneer Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.1% vs 61.3%).
- •Pioneer Middle does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.4).
- •Pioneer Middle is the larger school with 550 students compared with 514.
- •Joseph M. Simas 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 Joseph M. Simas better than Pioneer Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph M. Simas ranks higher (52.9 vs 51.4 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 Joseph M. Simas and Pioneer Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph M. Simas: 514. Pioneer Middle: 550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph M. Simas and Pioneer Middle rank in California?
Joseph M. Simas is 1750th of 5,693 and Pioneer Middle is 399th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).