A small, private middle school offering a rigorous and dynamic academic program complemented by a wide range of unique enrichment courses, including Drama, 4-H, STEAM, Archery, Odyssey of the Mind, Movement, Human Skills, and Brain Hour.
The school culture emphasizes social-emotional development, stepping outside one's comfort zone, kindness, and respect.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,375
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
dyslexia, speech, ASD
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
8 courses
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
same as SJC School District
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,375
Tuition Notes
$100 application fee
$250 enrollment deposit
% on Financial Aid
99%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,766
Admissions Director
Teri Aboulafia
Application URL
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
4-H ClubFL FWC Fishing Club
Odyssey of the Mind TeamSpirit Squad
Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Troupe
School Notes
- School Motto: 'A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship... Specialization is for insects.' - Robert Heinlein
- Please see our website and Facebook/Instagram pages for more detailed information about the school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Pioneer School cost?
The Pioneer School's tuition is approximately $11,375 for private students.
What sports does The Pioneer School offer?
The Pioneer School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Archery, Climbing and Golf.
When is the application deadline for The Pioneer School?
The application deadline for The Pioneer School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to The Pioneer School is Beacon Of Hope Christian School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Memorial Lutheran Chapel School (2.1 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Beacon Of Hope Christian School
(Church of God)
1230 Kings Estate Rd
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(276) 591-9994
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(276) 591-9994
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
1533 Wildwood Drive
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 824-9224
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 824-9224
2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 89 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
155 State Road 207
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-0431
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-0431
2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 Tuition listed
Memorial Lutheran Chapel School ![Memorial Lutheran Chapel School Photo]( "Memorial Lutheran Chapel School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
3375 US 1 South
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 797-8777
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 797-8777
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 48 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Cathedral Parish School ![Cathedral Parish School Photo]( "Cathedral Parish School Photo")
(Catholic)
259 Saint George St
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-2861
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-2861
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 339 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Beacon Of Hope Christian School
(Church of God)
1230 Kings Estate Rd
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(276) 591-9994
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(276) 591-9994
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
155 State Road 207
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-0431
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-0431
2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 Tuition listed
Matanzas Christian Academy/Matanzas Academy
(Christian)
4056 Pine Run Circle
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 794-1623
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 794-1623
3.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 42 students Tuition listed
110 Masters Dr
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 810-0535
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 810-0535
3.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 207 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
307 Anastasia Blvd
Saint Augustine, FL 32080
(904) 810-2005
Saint Augustine, FL 32080
(904) 810-2005
3.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 15 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Beacon Of Hope Christian School
(Church of God)
1230 Kings Estate Rd
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(276) 591-9994
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(276) 591-9994
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
1533 Wildwood Drive
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 824-9224
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 824-9224
2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 89 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Cathedral Parish School ![Cathedral Parish School Photo]( "Cathedral Parish School Photo")
(Catholic)
259 Saint George St
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-2861
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-2861
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 339 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Matanzas Christian Academy/Matanzas Academy
(Christian)
4056 Pine Run Circle
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 794-1623
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 794-1623
3.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 42 students Tuition listed
110 Masters Dr
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 810-0535
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 810-0535
3.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 207 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Memorial Lutheran Chapel School ![Memorial Lutheran Chapel School Photo]( "Memorial Lutheran Chapel School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
3375 US 1 South
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 797-8777
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
(904) 797-8777
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 48 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Cathedral Parish School ![Cathedral Parish School Photo]( "Cathedral Parish School Photo")
(Catholic)
259 Saint George St
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-2861
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-2861
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 339 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Trinity Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
215 Saint George Street
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-2876
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 824-2876
3 miles
Gr: K | 8 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Moultrie Montessori School
Montessori School
37 S Dixie Hwy
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 826-0216
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 826-0216
4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 45 students Tuition listed
3500 State Road 16
Saint Augustine, FL 32092
(904) 824-0744
Saint Augustine, FL 32092
(904) 824-0744
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 269 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Palatka Jr - Sr High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
302 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0577
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0577
8465.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 1,568 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
William D. Moseley Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Husson Ave
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0562
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0562
8465.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 558 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
James A. Long Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Old Jacksonville Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0575
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0575
8465.8 miles
Gr: K-6 | 565 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Putnam Virtual Franchise
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Reid St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536
8466 miles
Gr: K-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 36%
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