Serving 30 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 34%). 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 8:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Pine High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 1,359.1 square miles around Big Pine, CA, with a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 23.1 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 69.8 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Big Pine High School's student population of 30 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Big Pine High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
21:1
American Indian
43%
1%
Hispanic
24%
56%
White
13%
20%
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Pine High School's ranking?
Big Pine High School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 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 34% 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 86.2%.
How many students attend Big Pine High School?
30 students attend Big Pine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Big Pine High School students are American Indian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Pine High School?
Big Pine High School has a student ration of 8:1, 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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