Pangburn High School is a public high school that provides comprehensive education to students in grades 7 through 12 in Pangburn, Arkansas, United States. Pangburn High School is one of nine public high schools in White County, Arkansas and the only high school of Pangburn School District.
Serving 348 students in grades 7-12, Pangburn High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pangburn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Pangburn High School's student population of 348 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pangburn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pangburn High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#355 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
95%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pangburn High School's ranking?
Pangburn High School is ranked #355 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pangburn High School often compared to?
Pangburn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Searcy High School, Bald Knob High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pangburn High School?
The graduation rate of Pangburn High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pangburn High School?
348 students attend Pangburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pangburn High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pangburn High School?
Pangburn High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pangburn High School offer ?
Pangburn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pangburn High School part of?
Pangburn High School is part of Pangburn School District.
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