School Overview
Pioneer Technical Center, located in Madera, California, serves as an alternative educational institution dedicated to providing students with flexible, career-focused learning opportunities. As part of the Madera Unified School District, the center is designed to support students who may benefit from non-traditional academic environments, helping them overcome barriers to graduation and prepare for life after high school. By emphasizing personalized instruction and a supportive atmosphere, the school aims to re-engage students and provide them with the tools necessary to earn their diplomas.

In addition to its credit recovery and core academic programs, Pioneer Technical Center places a strong emphasis on vocational readiness and practical skill development. The curriculum is tailored to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world application, ensuring that students are not only meeting state graduation requirements but are also gaining the technical proficiency needed for the local workforce or post-secondary training. Through this blend of academic remediation and career-oriented support, the school acts as a vital resource for Madera’s youth, fostering both personal growth and long-term professional success.
243
Total Students
12.6
Full-Time Teachers
19.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pioneer Technical Center
Demographic Student Count
White34
Hispanic194
Black7
Asian3
Two or More3
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    194 (79.8 %)
  • White
    34 (14.0 %)
  • Black
    7 (2.9 %)
  • Asian
    3 (1.2 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Madera County Superintendent of Schools
Phone: (559)664-1600
Website: http://www.mcsos.org
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 243
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 12.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 180
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 12
Grades Taught
Grade 8 5
Grade 9 76
Grade 10 83
Grade 11 44
Grade 12 35

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pioneer Technical Center
Grade Student Count
Grade 85
Grade 976
Grade 1083
Grade 1144
Grade 1235
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pioneer Technical Center
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11547.3%
Male12852.7%