Serving 2,035 students in grades 9-12, Lake Orion Community High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Orion Community High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lake Orion, MI, covering approximately 50 square miles. The typical drive to the school from any point within the zone is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 6.6 miles.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Orion Community High School's student population of 2,035 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,035 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Year Founded
1893
School Rankings
Lake Orion Community High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Orion Community High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
75%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
98%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: 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 #482 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lake Orion Community High School often compared to?
Lake Orion Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Orion Community High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Orion Community High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Lake Orion Community High School?
2,035 students attend Lake Orion Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lake Orion Community High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Orion Community High School?
Lake Orion Community High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Orion Community High School offer ?
Lake Orion Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Orion Community High School part of?
Lake Orion Community High School is part of Lake Orion Community Schools.
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