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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 87%.
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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