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Pine Bluff High School

High School · PINE BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT

711 W 11TH ST, Pine Bluff, AR 71601

Enrollment

780

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#739 of 1,036

In Pine Bluff

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

PINE BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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5.4/10

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About Pine Bluff High School

Pine Bluff High School is a public high school in Pine Bluff, AR, part of PINE BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pine Bluff High School serves approximately 780 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Bluff High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #739 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Bluff High School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below AR schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • AR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Pine Bluff High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency1.5% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8.6% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-12 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.6 pts
Overall Proficiency5% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness3.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate70%
AP Participation12.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,959
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Pine Bluff High School — Students at Pine Bluff High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
13.5% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 23.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.2% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 31 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
19%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
6%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
6%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
9%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
9%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
11%
2025
Math
1.5%
ELA
8.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Pine Bluff High School Compares

See how Pine Bluff High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in AR
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
5
3 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.1% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
3 boys'·2 girls'·7 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

711 W 11TH ST, Pine Bluff, AR 71601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Bluff High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WATSON CHAPEL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WHITE HALL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby White Hall), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Rison), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pine Bluff, see our Pine Bluff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.6 mi
School Distance Rating
FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMY DOWNTOWN PINE BLUFF Pine Bluff 0.5 mi 8.6
FORREST PARK/GREENVILLE PRESCHOOL Pine Bluff 1.7 mi 4.9
BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bluff 1.6 mi 3.9
THIRTY-FOURTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bluff 1.9 mi 3.8
FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMY HAZEL ST PINE BLUFF Pine Bluff 2.2 mi 4.3
SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinebluff 2.5 mi 7.2
EDGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bluff 2.5 mi 3.3
COLEMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bluff 2.5 mi 4.5
MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bluff 2.6 mi 8.0
WATSON CHAPEL JR. HIGH SCHOOL Pine Bluff 3.7 mi 4.5
WATSON CHAPEL HIGH SCHOOL Pine Bluff 3.9 mi 5.7
FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMY SOUTHEAST PINE BLUFF Pine Bluff 4.7 mi
GANDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL White Hall 5.4 mi 5.9
TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL White Hall 5.7 mi 6.3
WHITE HALL MIDDLE SCHOOL White Hall 5.9 mi 4.9
MOODY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL White Hall 7.1 mi 5.3
WHITE HALL HIGH SCHOOL White Hall 7.2 mi 5.1
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rison 17.5 mi 6.0
WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOL Rison 17.5 mi 4.8
HARDIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redfield 18.6 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,688

Median Home Value

$67,800

Median Rent

$802/mo

Population

13,981

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

53.6%

Avg Commute

17.2 min

Poverty Rate

32.6%

Median Age

32.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Bluff High School

What grades does Pine Bluff High School serve?

Pine Bluff High School serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Pine Bluff High School?

Pine Bluff High School has an enrollment of approximately 780 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Bluff High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Bluff High School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Bluff High School rank in AR?

Pine Bluff High School ranks #739 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Pine Bluff High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Bluff High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Pine Bluff High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Bluff High School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pine Bluff High School a charter school?

No, Pine Bluff High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pine Bluff High School a Title I school?

No, Pine Bluff High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Bluff High School?

99.9% of students at Pine Bluff High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
780
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%
4-Year Graduation
70.0%

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