Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pitkin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pitkin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pitkin High School's student population of 389 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pitkin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pitkin High School is 0.08, which is less 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
#362 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
42%
White
96%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pitkin High School's ranking?
Pitkin High School is ranked #362 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Pitkin High School often compared to?
Pitkin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosepine High School, Simpson 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 29% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pitkin High School?
The graduation rate of Pitkin High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Pitkin High School?
389 students attend Pitkin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Pitkin High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pitkin High School?
Pitkin High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pitkin High School offer ?
Pitkin High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Pitkin High School part of?
Pitkin High School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
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