Pittsburg Public School is a high school located in Pittsburg, Oklahoma, U.S.. There are roughly 200 students. The athletic sports include basketball and baseball/softball. There are also academic sports such as 4-h and quiz bowl available to students as well.
Serving 58 students in grades 9-12, Pittsburg High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Pittsburg High School encompasses the entire school district in Pittsburg, OK, covering approximately 121 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pittsburg High School's student population of 58 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Pittsburg High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburg High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 1652 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
38%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburg High School's ranking?
Pittsburg High School is ranked #48 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Pittsburg High School often compared to?
Pittsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcalester High School, Quinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Pittsburg High School is 50%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Pittsburg High School?
58 students attend Pittsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pittsburg High School students are White, 38% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburg High School?
Pittsburg High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pittsburg High School offer ?
Pittsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburg High School part of?
Pittsburg High School is part of Pittsburg School District.
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