Pangburn High School is a public high school that provides comprehensive education to students in grades 7 through 12 in Pangburn, Arkansas, United States. Pangburn High School is one of nine public high schools in White County, Arkansas and the only high school of Pangburn School District.
Serving 326 students in grades 7-12, Pangburn High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pangburn High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 106 square miles in Pangburn, AR. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pangburn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pangburn High School's student population of 326 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pangburn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pangburn High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tigers
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pangburn High School's ranking?
Pangburn High School is ranked #421 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pangburn High School often compared to?
Pangburn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Searcy High School, Bald Knob High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pangburn High School?
The graduation rate of Pangburn High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Pangburn High School?
326 students attend Pangburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pangburn High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pangburn High School?
Pangburn High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pangburn High School offer ?
Pangburn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pangburn High School part of?
Pangburn High School is part of Pangburn School District.
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