Pine Bluff High School in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, has a student–teacher ratio of approximately 10:1 as of 2023, which is lower than the district average ratio reported in earlier years.
Math proficiency at the school was 3% in 2023, significantly lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the district average of 10%, continuing a downward trend since 2012 when it was 50%.
Reading proficiency was 11% in 2022, which is lower than both the state average of 40% and the district average of 13%; proficiency scores have steadily declined from 47% in 2013.
The graduation rate in 2023 was 73%, which is lower than the state average of 88% and approximately equal to the district rate of 74%; graduation rates have remained relatively stable over the last decade.
Enrollment decreased from 1,248 students in 2018 to 583 students in 2023, with the student body predominantly Black (95%), reflecting sustained demographic stability in racial composition amid enrollment decline.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Bluff High School serves the southwest area of Pine Bluff, AR, covering approximately 13.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Bluff High School's student population of 688 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
688 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1868
School Rankings
Pine Bluff High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Bluff High School is 0.08, 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
#982 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
15%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
73%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Cardinal
School Mascot
Zebra
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Bluff High School's ranking?
Pine Bluff High School is ranked #982 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pine Bluff High School often compared to?
Pine Bluff High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Hall High School, Watson Chapel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pine Bluff High School?
The graduation rate of Pine Bluff High School is 73%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Pine Bluff High School?
688 students attend Pine Bluff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pine Bluff High School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Bluff High School?
Pine Bluff High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Bluff High School offer ?
Pine Bluff High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pine Bluff High School part of?
Pine Bluff High School is part of Pine Bluff School District.
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