Serving 890 students in grades 9-12, Pine Bluff High School ranks in the bottom 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 3% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Bluff High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pine Bluff High School's student population of 890 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Bluff High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Bluff High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#984 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
95%
20%
White
2%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #984 out of 993 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 36% AR state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pine Bluff High School?
The graduation rate of Pine Bluff High School is 70%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pine Bluff High School?
890 students attend Pine Bluff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pine Bluff High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Bluff High School?
Pine Bluff High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pine Bluff High School offer ?
Pine Bluff High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
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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