Serving 2,178 students in grades 9-12, Lake Orion Community High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Orion Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Orion Community High School's student population of 2,178 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Orion Community High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Orion Community High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Orion Community High School's ranking?
Lake Orion Community High School is ranked #228 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Orion Community High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Orion Community High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Orion Community High School?
2,178 students attend Lake Orion Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Lake Orion Community High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Orion Community High School?
Lake Orion Community High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Orion Community High School offer ?
Lake Orion Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Orion Community High School part of?
Lake Orion Community High School is part of Lake Orion Community Schools School District.
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