7.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Big Pine, California

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 3 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 7.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.1/10
Median household income: $54,485
Median home value: $288,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 76%

How Big Pine compares

Median household income

$54k

55% of California median

About Schools in Big Pine, California

Big Pine, California is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Big Pine perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Big Pine is Big Pine Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Big Pine is served by 2 school districts: Bishop Unified, Big Pine Unified. These districts collectively serve 2,084 students.

Big Pine's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,485. The poverty rate in the area is 13.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Big Pine Elementary 125 students · Kindergarten–8th	125	Kindergarten–8th	7.1

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Palisade Glacier High (Continuation) 26 students · 9th–12th	26	9th–12th	—
2	Bishop Independent Study 9 students · 9th–12th	9	9th–12th	—
3	Big Pine High 26 students · 9th–12th	26	9th–12th	—

Schools in Big Pine

Big Pine, California · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$54,485

Median Home Value

$288,700

Median Rent

$1,000/mo

Population

1,525

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Community Profile

Big Pine has a median household income of $54,485. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $288,700, with a median rent of $1,000/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.4%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 4
Elementary: 1
High: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 7.1/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Big Pine schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Big Pine 📊 Niche Big Pine Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

Bishop Unified

9 schools · 1,933 students

Big Pine Unified

2 schools · 151 students

Nearby Cities

Bishop (7 schools)

16 mi

Independence (2 schools)

25 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Big Pine, California

How many schools are in Big Pine, California?

Big Pine has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Big Pine, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Big Pine is 7.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Big Pine, California?

The top-ranked school in Big Pine on MySchoolScout is Big Pine Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Big Pine, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Big Pine on MySchoolScout is Big Pine Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Big Pine, California?

Big Pine is served by 2 school districts: Bishop Unified, Big Pine Unified.

What is the education level in Big Pine, California?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Big Pine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Big Pine, California?

The median household income in Big Pine is approximately $54,485 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Big Pine, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Big Pine is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Big Pine, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.