Montgomery Pre K-8 vs Pioneer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 176 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Montgomery Pre K-8
Montgomery · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
608 students
Pioneer Elementary
Pierz · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
607 students
| Measure | Montgomery Pre K-8 Montgomery, Minnesota | Pioneer Elementary Pierz, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #515 of 923 | #190 of 923 |
| National rank | #14061 of 50,301 | #5503 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 608 | 607 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 607 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38% | 30.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 70% |
| city | Montgomery | Pierz |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 66.1).
- •Pioneer Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 51%).
- •Pioneer Elementary does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 62%).
- •Pioneer Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.5% vs 38%).
- •Montgomery Pre K-8 is the larger school with 608 students compared with 607.
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 Montgomery Pre K-8 better than Pioneer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer Elementary ranks higher (79.1 vs 66.1 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 Montgomery Pre K-8 and Pioneer Elementary?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Montgomery and Pierz in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Montgomery Pre K-8: 608. Pioneer Elementary: 607. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Montgomery Pre K-8 and Pioneer Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Montgomery Pre K-8 is 515th of 923 and Pioneer Elementary is 190th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).