Serving 2,346 students in grades 8-12, Oak Ridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Ridge High serves the west part of El Dorado Hills, CA, covering an area of approximately 52.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oak Ridge High School's student population of 2,346 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,346 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Real Dare to Question Care for Others Find Balance
School Rankings
Oak Ridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Ridge High School is 0.56, 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
#1343 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
63%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2021. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Ridge High School's ranking?
Oak Ridge High School is ranked #1343 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Ridge High School often compared to?
Oak Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponderosa High School, Union Mine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Ridge High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Oak Ridge High School?
2,346 students attend Oak Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Oak Ridge High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Ridge High School?
Oak Ridge High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Ridge High School offer ?
Oak Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Oak Ridge High School part of?
Oak Ridge High School is part of El Dorado Union High School District.
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