Free Horizon Montessori vs Pioneer Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 96 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Free Horizon Montessori
Golden · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
382 students
Pioneer Elementary School
Colorado Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
382 students
| Measure | Free Horizon Montessori Golden, Colorado | Pioneer Elementary School Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #520 of 993 | #431 of 993 |
| National rank | #30220 of 50,301 | #25978 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 382 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.1% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| city | Golden | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 42.6).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 42%).
- •Free Horizon Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 48.4%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 19.1).
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 Free Horizon Montessori better than Pioneer Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer Elementary School ranks higher (48.8 vs 42.6 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 Free Horizon Montessori and Pioneer Elementary School?
About 96 km in a straight line, between Golden and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Free Horizon Montessori: 382. Pioneer Elementary School: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Free Horizon Montessori and Pioneer Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Free Horizon Montessori is 520th of 993 and Pioneer Elementary School is 431st of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).