Serving 1,139 students in grades 9-12, L G Pinkston High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 61% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L G Pinkston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
L G Pinkston High School's student population of 1,139 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
L G Pinkston High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L G Pinkston High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7631 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
61%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L G Pinkston High School's ranking?
L G Pinkston High School is ranked #7631 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are L G Pinkston High School often compared to?
L G Pinkston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uplift Heights Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of L G Pinkston High School?
The graduation rate of L G Pinkston High School is 61%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend L G Pinkston High School?
1,139 students attend L G Pinkston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of L G Pinkston High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of L G Pinkston High School?
L G Pinkston High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does L G Pinkston High School offer ?
L G Pinkston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is L G Pinkston High School part of?
L G Pinkston High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is L G Pinkston High School located?
L G Pinkston High School is located in the West Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in West Dallas.
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