Pineville High School is a coeducational public high school located in Pineville, in Rapides Parish in central Louisiana, United States. The school opened in 1952.
Serving 1,271 students in grades 9-12, Pineville High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pineville High School serves the eastern part of Pineville, LA, covering an area of approximately 84.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pineville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pineville High School's student population of 1,271 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Rankings
Pineville High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pineville High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pineville High School's ranking?
Pineville High School is ranked #151 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Pineville High School often compared to?
Pineville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexandria Senior High School, Tioga High School, Bolton Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pineville High School?
The graduation rate of Pineville High School is 88%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Pineville High School?
1,271 students attend Pineville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Pineville High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pineville High School?
Pineville High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pineville High School offer ?
Pineville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pineville High School part of?
Pineville High School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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