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Big Pine High
High School · Big Pine Unified
PO Box 908, Big Pine, CA 93513
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Big Pine High
Big Pine High is a public high school in Big Pine, CA, part of the Big Pine Unified. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $54,485, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Big Pine High is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.7:1, Big Pine High offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Big Pine High may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Address
- PO Box 908, Big Pine, CA 93513
- Website
- bigpineschools.org
- Phone
- (760) 938-2222
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 908, Big Pine, CA 93513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Pine High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Round Valley Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Bishop). Another option is Home Street Middle (rated 8.2/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Bishop). Additionally, Big Pine Elementary (rated 7.1/10). For more schools in Big Pine, see our Big Pine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 24.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Big Pine Elementary Big Pine | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Palisade Glacier High (Continuation) Big Pine | 2.3 mi | — |
| Bishop Independent Study Big Pine | 2.3 mi | — |
| Bishop Union High Bishop | 15.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Keith B. Bright High (Juvenile Hall) Bishop | 15.3 mi | — |
| Home Street Middle Bishop | 15.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Bishop Elementary Bishop | 15.4 mi | 7.0 |
| BISHOP ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bishop | 15.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Jill Kinmont Boothe Bishop | 15.9 mi | — |
| Owens Valley High Independence | 25.3 mi | — |
| Owens Valley Elementary Independence | 25.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Round Valley Elementary Bishop | 24.1 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,485
Median Home Value
$288,700
Median Rent
$1,000/mo
Population
1,525
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
48
Community Profile
The community surrounding Big Pine High 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Pine High
What grades does Big Pine High serve?
Big Pine High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Big Pine High?
Big Pine High has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Pine High?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Pine High is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Big Pine High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Big Pine High has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Big Pine High a charter school?
No, Big Pine High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Pine High a Title I school?
No, Big Pine High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Pine High?
50.0% of students at Big Pine High 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
- County Safety
- Elevated (840/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Inyo County
- Phone
- (760) 938-2222
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
Big Pine Unified- District Enrollment
- 151
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,452
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