Pioneer High School
High school in San Jose, CA · San Jose Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 64% of Pioneer High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 42% met the math standard. In reading, that is 14 points above the San Jose Unified average (51%) and 15 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 62% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 12th of 31 public high schools in San Jose. Reading results in 2026 were 8 points lower than in 2024, and math results were about the same as in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 72% | 72% | 64% | −8 pts |
| Math | 42% | 50% | 42% | +1 pt |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer High School | 64% | 42% |
| San Jose Unified | 51% | 42% |
| Santa Clara County | 60% | 54% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 115 of 159 freshman applicants from Pioneer High School (72%), and 51 enrolled.
Homes near Pioneer High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 95118, where Pioneer High School is located, is $1.57M, up 1.1% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 mi | Branham HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 73% | 52% | $1.57M |
| 1.9 mi | Gunderson HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 42% | 13% | $1.30M |
| 2.1 mi | Leigh HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 78% | 66% | $1.86M |
| 2.8 mi | Leland HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 80% | 71% | $2.15M |
| 3.1 mi | Santa Teresa HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 67% | 46% | $1.30M |
| 3.1 mi | Willow Glen HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 63% | 37% | $1.82M |
School details
- Address
- 1290 Blossom Hill Road, San Jose, CA 95118
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (408) 535-6310
- District
- San Jose Unified
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,342 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 43696664335949
Common questions
How did Pioneer High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 64% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 42% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Pioneer High School?
1,342 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Pioneer High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 115 of 159 UC freshman applicants from Pioneer High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 13% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Pioneer High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 95118, where Pioneer High School is located, is $1.57M, up 1.1% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Pioneer High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which San Jose Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.