Pioneer's lottery was held in early December. Don't worry though ...
There are still spaces available in multiple grades, including Kindergarten.
Please plan to apply when LATE APPLICATIONS open on January 7.
Why is there an Application and Lottery at Pioneer?
While Pioneer is a free public school within West Ada School District, Pioneer is one of the district's "Schools of Choice" which indicates that we have a focus area (the arts) and do not have a traditional neighborhood boundary area. Enrollment at our school is established through a random lottery draw. The highest likelihood of being placed at Pioneer is with an on-time application. Seats that open up are offered to children on our waitlist. Late applications place a student on our waitlist in chronological order. So don't wait Apply Today!
2025-26 Lottery Timeline - Important Dates to Know
November 1-30 - On-Time Application window (see below for TOUR DATES)
December 6 - Lottery Draw @ DSC (open to the public)
January 7 - Late Applications Open
Helpful Resources
Pioneer Application Flyer:
Application Information: CLICK HERE
Application Link: Late Application will be linked here on January 7 (and also found on the Pioneer homepage)
Pioneer Information Sessions/Tours:
Late winter/early spring dates TBD
