Serving 1,925 students in grades 9-12, Orange Glen High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orange Glen High School's student population of 1,925 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orange Glen High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Glen High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2596 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Glen High School's ranking?
Orange Glen High School is ranked #2596 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orange Glen High School often compared to?
Orange Glen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Pasqual High School, Escondido High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orange Glen High School?
The graduation rate of Orange Glen High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Orange Glen High School?
1,925 students attend Orange Glen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Orange Glen High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orange Glen High School?
Orange Glen High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orange Glen High School offer ?
Orange Glen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Orange Glen High School part of?
Orange Glen High School is part of Escondido Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Orange Glen High School located?
Orange Glen High School is located in the Midway neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Midway.
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