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#474 of 967 schools in NE

Top 49% in state

Pine Ridge Job Corps

High School · PINE RIDGE JOB CORPS

15710 HWY 385, Chadron, NE 69337

Enrollment

36

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#474 of 967

In Chadron

#4 of 5

public schools

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Pine Ridge Job Corps

6.4/10

High School in Chadron · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Chadron Senior High School

7.4/10

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4.5/10

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About Pine Ridge Job Corps

Pine Ridge Job Corps is a public high school in Chadron, NE, part of PINE RIDGE JOB CORPS. Pine Ridge Job Corps serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Ridge Job Corps has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #474 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Ridge Job Corps show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019).

How it compares0.3 pts below NE schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NE avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 36 students, Pine Ridge Job Corps is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Pine Ridge Job Corps 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.

At 9:1 students to teachers, Pine Ridge Job Corps sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2019
TrendStable
Academics2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
College Readiness4.3Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1

Pine Ridge Job Corps — Students at Pine Ridge Job Corps score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 21.9% (multi-year average, 2011-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.9% (multi-year average, 2011-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2011
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Pine Ridge Job Corps Compares

See how Pine Ridge Job Corps performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in NE
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Location

15710 HWY 385, Chadron, NE 69337

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Ridge Job Corps may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HAY SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Hay Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHADRON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 9.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CRAWFORD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 21.5 miles away, in nearby Crawford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chadron, see our Chadron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

18 within 34.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CHADRON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Chadron 9.8 mi 7.4
CHADRON PRIMARY Chadron 9.9 mi 4.5
CHADRON MIDDLE SCHOOL Chadron 9.9 mi 7.5
PRAIRIE VIEW ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chadron 10.5 mi
CHADRON INTERMEDIATE Chadron 11.0 mi 6.5
HAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hay Springs 15.0 mi 8.1
HAY SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Hay Springs 15.0 mi 8.1
HAY SPRINGS EARLY CHILDHOOD Hay Springs 15.0 mi
HAY SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hay Springs 15.0 mi 8.0
HEMINGFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hemingford 25.3 mi 5.7
HEMINGFORD HIGH SCHOOL Hemingford 25.3 mi 5.8
CRAWFORD HIGH SCHOOL Crawford 21.5 mi 6.5
CRAWFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crawford 21.5 mi 7.9
Pine Ridge School Pine Ridge 31.5 mi
Oelrichs Elementary - 02 Oelrichs 36.7 mi 5.2
Oelrichs High School - 01 Oelrichs 36.7 mi 5.6
Oelrichs Jr. High - 03 Oelrichs 36.7 mi 4.8
RED CLOUD INDIAN SCHOOL Pine Ridge 34.1 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 69337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,738

Median Home Value

$160,800

Median Rent

$1,038/mo

Population

6,445

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

60.9%

Avg Commute

11.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

29.4

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LITCHFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Litchfield, NE 6.7
EXETER-MILLIGAN HIGH SCHOOL Exeter, NE 5.9
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CHAMBERS HIGH SCHOOL Chambers, NE 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Ridge Job Corps

What grades does Pine Ridge Job Corps serve?

Pine Ridge Job Corps serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Pine Ridge Job Corps?

Pine Ridge Job Corps has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Ridge Job Corps?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Ridge Job Corps is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Ridge Job Corps rank in NE?

Pine Ridge Job Corps ranks #474 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Pine Ridge Job Corps's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Ridge Job Corps has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Ridge Job Corps?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Ridge Job Corps has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019).

Is Pine Ridge Job Corps a charter school?

No, Pine Ridge Job Corps is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pine Ridge Job Corps a Title I school?

No, Pine Ridge Job Corps is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Dawes County
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

PINE RIDGE JOB CORPS
District Enrollment
36
Schools in District
1
District Rank
#1 of 1

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