Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Pittsburg High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pittsburg High School's student population of 59 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburg High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburg High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#57 out of 1680 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
37%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburg High School's ranking?
Pittsburg High School is ranked #57 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Pittsburg High School often compared to?
Pittsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcalester High School, Quinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Pittsburg High School is 50%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Pittsburg High School?
59 students attend Pittsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pittsburg High School students are White, 37% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburg High School?
Pittsburg High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pittsburg High School offer ?
Pittsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburg High School part of?
Pittsburg High School is part of Pittsburg School District.
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