Pioneer Technical Center
Charter School
243 Students
Other K - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic | 194 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 3 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic194 (79.8 %)
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White34 (14.0 %)
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Black7 (2.9 %)
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Asian3 (1.2 %)
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Two or More3 (1.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 8 | 5 |
| Grade 9 | 76 |
| Grade 10 | 83 |
| Grade 11 | 44 |
| Grade 12 | 35 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 115 | 47.3% |
| Male | 128 | 52.7% |
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