- Big Pine Elementary — 9.0 mi · Grades K–8 · 121 students
- Big Pine High — 9.0 mi · Grades 9–12 · 30 students
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| Metric | Big Pine Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 157 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 2 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $35,914/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 104% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 3/10 — Below Average | — | Below average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Pine Unified School District (this district) | 3/10 | 26th | 157 |
| Owens Valley Unified School District | 4/10 | 34th | 89 |
| Bishop Unified School District | 6/10 | 52nd | 1,930 |
| Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District | 7/10 | 68th | 9,684 |
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Ranked against 963 rated districts in CA → 26th percentile → 3/10.
Source: California Dept. of Education CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Big Pine Unified School District
Families in zip code 93513 (Big Pine, California) are assigned to Big Pine Unified School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 3/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Big Pine Unified School District 3 out of 10 — below average among California public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in California’s CAASPP Smarter Balanced assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Big Pine Unified School District enrolls 157 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Big Pine Unified School District carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical California benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 93513
Children in zip code 93513 are assigned to Big Pine Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 93513, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Big Pine Unified School District at (760)938-2222 or visit bigpineschools.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Big Pine
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Big Pine Unified School District serves zip code 93513, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 93513. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Big Pine Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 93513.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Big Pine Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 93513 data.