Serving 925 students in grades 9-12, Orestimba 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orestimba High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 371.9 square miles in Newman, CA. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone takes about 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge located 23.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orestimba High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Orestimba High School's student population of 925 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
925 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orestimba High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orestimba High School is 0.33, 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
#4793 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orestimba High School's ranking?
Orestimba High School is ranked #4793 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orestimba High School?
The graduation rate of Orestimba High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Orestimba High School?
925 students attend Orestimba High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Orestimba High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orestimba High School?
Orestimba High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orestimba High School offer ?
Orestimba High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Orestimba High School part of?
Orestimba High School is part of Newman-Crows Landing Unified School District.
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