Serving 26 students in grades 9-12, Big Pine High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Pine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Big Pine High School's student population of 26 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Big Pine High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Pine High School is 0.71, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1
American Indian
42%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Pine High School's ranking?
Big Pine High School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Big Pine High School often compared to?
Big Pine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bishop Union High School, Big Pine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Pine High School?
The graduation rate of Big Pine High School is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Big Pine High School?
26 students attend Big Pine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Big Pine High School students are American Indian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Pine High School?
Big Pine High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Big Pine High School offer ?
Big Pine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Big Pine High School part of?
Big Pine High School is part of Big Pine Unified School District.
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