Orange High School

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Orange High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
525 N Shaffer St,  Orange, CA
Orange Unified School District
3.8
4.4
1,728 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dennis Mccuistion
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
40%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
93%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
83
Full Time Teachers
83
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
540
Verbal
540
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
28
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
35.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
4.3%
State Average
19.4%
Science
3.4%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
424:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.3%
Female
47.6%
Hispanic
86.1%
White
5.8%
Asian
3.4%
Black
1.4%
Filipino
1.3%
Two or more races
1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Irvine 306 Students
California State University, Fullerton 284 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 227 Students
California State University - Long Beach 213 Students
Santiago Canyon College 161 Students
University of California - San Diego 144 Students
University of California - Berkeley 128 Students
Chapman University 124 Students
Santa Ana College 120 Students
University of Southern California 105 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 99 Students
Biology 79 Students
Nursing 78 Students
Psychology 69 Students
Computer Science 38 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 32 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 28 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 28 Students
Chemistry 26 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 198 Reviews
4.0 Junior
6/27/2025
My experience of Orange High School has been amazing, especially as a student who is involved in all things music related. Although I love the school, I must say that as a black student on a campus with Latinx and Hispanics making up the majority I can feel out of place at times. Especially when there are few other students that are like me on campus.
4.0 Senior
2/2/2024
Orange high school has it's highs and its lows. Most of the teachers care about you and that you pass your class. They'll go the extra mile to ensure your success.
5.0 Senior
12/23/2021
What I liked about Orange High School is that every teacher will encourage you to always do your best because they want you to do good in their classes.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 10 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/16/2023
Don't take my word for it, but use any free time you have to come and explore one of the most beloved high schools in Orange County. No lip service when it comes to family, support, and opportunity; your kids WILL be great students and graduate not only with pride from the fruits of their labor, but...
5.0 parent
9/17/2018
AMAZING. teachers r great and theres no bullying whatsoever. 10/10 would reccomended
5.0 parent
9/11/2012
Staff is really nice and seem to truly care about the students, not just test scores and how they look like some of these schools that claim to be the best. The school is older and could use a makeover compared to other schools. My kids love it here and feel great about the school!!
5.0 student
4/24/2009

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Orange High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Orange, CA, in the Orange neighborhood, and is served by the Orange Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,728 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 40% are proficient in reading. Orange High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $1,246,625. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ousd Community Day School, Katella High School, El Modena High School, and more. Learn more about what Orange has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Orange High School.

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