School Overview
Pioneer High School, located in the Cambrian Park neighborhood of San Jose, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the San Jose Unified School District, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and elective programs designed to prepare students for higher education and professional pathways. The campus is known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, supported by a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs.

Beyond its academic and extracurricular offerings, Pioneer High School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that focuses on student growth and civic engagement. The school’s location on Blossom Hill Road provides a central hub for local families, and it consistently aims to provide a safe, inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and critical thinking. With a dedicated faculty and a long-standing tradition of excellence in the San Jose area, Pioneer remains a fixture for academic development in the local community.
1,393
Total Students
64.5
Full-Time Teachers
21.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pioneer High
Demographic Student Count
White489
Hispanic571
Black31
Asian197
Two or More99
American Indian1
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    571 (41.0%)
  • White
    489 (35.2%)
  • Asian
    197 (14.2%)
  • Two or More
    99 (7.1%)
  • Black
    31 (2.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: San Jose Unified
Phone: (408)535-6310
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,393
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 64.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 340
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 89
Grades Taught
Grade 9 319
Grade 10 353
Grade 11 359
Grade 12 362

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pioneer High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9319
Grade 10353
Grade 11359
Grade 12362
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pioneer High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female70250.4%
Male68949.5%
Not Specified20.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)