Serving 121 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Big Pine Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Pine Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Big Pine, CA school district, covering approximately 1,359.1 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the nearest zone edge averaging 23.1 miles away and the furthest edge reaching up to 69.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Pine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Big Pine Elementary School's student population of 121 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Pine Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Pine Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
26%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Pine Elementary School's ranking?
Big Pine Elementary School is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Big Pine Elementary School often compared to?
Big Pine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Pine High School, Bishop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Big Pine Elementary School?
121 students attend Big Pine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Big Pine Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are American Indian, 25% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Pine Elementary School?
Big Pine Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Big Pine Elementary School offer ?
Big Pine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Big Pine Elementary School part of?
Big Pine Elementary School is part of Big Pine Unified School District.
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