Pine Tree High School is a suburban public high school located in the city of Longview, Texas, in Gregg County, United States and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Pine Tree Independent School District located in west central Gregg County.
Serving 1,257 students in grades 9-12, Pine Tree High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Tree High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Longview, TX, encompassing approximately 28.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Tree High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pine Tree High School's student population of 1,257 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1847
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Pine Tree High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Tree High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5868 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
32%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Piracy, Pirate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Tree High School's ranking?
Pine Tree High School is ranked #5868 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pine Tree High School often compared to?
Pine Tree High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longview High School, Spring Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pine Tree High School?
The graduation rate of Pine Tree High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Pine Tree High School?
1,257 students attend Pine Tree High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pine Tree High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Tree High School?
Pine Tree High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Tree High School offer ?
Pine Tree High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pine Tree High School part of?
Pine Tree High School is part of Pine Tree Independent School District.
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