Serving 307 students in grades 6-8, Orange Grove Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orange Grove Middle School's student population of 307 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Orange Grove Middle School is 0.19, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Orange Grove Middle School?
307 students attend Orange Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Orange Grove Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orange Grove Middle School?
Orange Grove Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orange Grove Middle School offer ?
Orange Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orange Grove Middle School part of?
Orange Grove Middle School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
I need proof i went to school therein or around 1969 & 1970 Mr. Jolly was Principal & Mr. Houchin Vice i live in Mi. and need it for proof i have been here, this is what they said i need can you please help me. My name is James David Ford Jr. i lived at 1814 old canyon Dr. at the time. Thank You i hope you can help
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