Pioneer Charter School of Science II

School Overview
Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS-II), located in Saugus, Massachusetts, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. The school is part of the broader Pioneer Charter School of Science network, which emphasizes a rigorous academic environment with a specialized focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). By offering an extended school day and year, PCSS-II aims to provide students with more instructional time to master complex subjects and develop the critical thinking skills necessary for success in higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond its core STEM curriculum, PCSS-II fosters a supportive, community-centered learning environment characterized by small class sizes and personalized attention. The school places a heavy emphasis on character development and college readiness, utilizing a structured approach to ensure that students from diverse backgrounds are prepared for competitive university programs. Through a blend of traditional classroom instruction, enrichment programs, and a dedicated college counseling department, the school strives to close the achievement gap and empower its students to become well-rounded, responsible citizens.
621
Total Students
52.7
Full-Time Teachers
11.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pioneer Charter School of Science II
Demographic Student Count
White145
Hispanic148
Black195
Asian105
Two or More25
American Indian3
  • Black
    195 (31.4%)
  • Hispanic
    148 (23.8%)
  • White
    145 (23.3%)
  • Asian
    105 (16.9%)
  • Two or More
    25 (4.0%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pioneer Charter School of Science II
Phone: (781)666-3945
Website: http://saugus.pioneercss.org
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 621
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 46
Grade 1 50
Grade 2 50
Grade 3 50
Grade 4 50
Grade 7 74
Grade 8 77
Grade 9 67
Grade 10 55
Grade 11 59
Grade 12 43

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pioneer Charter School of Science II
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten46
Grade 150
Grade 250
Grade 350
Grade 450
Grade 774
Grade 877
Grade 967
Grade 1055
Grade 1159
Grade 1243
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pioneer Charter School of Science II
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30849.6%
Male31350.4%
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