Orting High School is a high school located in Orting, Washington that serves students from grades 9–12 in the Orting and surrounding areas. The mascot is the Cardinal, and the Orting Cardinals was a member of the Nisqually League. OHS is now part of the SPSL 2A league.
Serving 876 students in grades 9-12, Orting High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Orting High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Orting School District, covering approximately 46.1 square miles in Orting, WA. Most families within this area can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orting High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orting High School's student population of 876 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
876 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Connect, Inspire, Empower
School Rankings
Orting High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orting High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#964 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orting High School's ranking?
Orting High School is ranked #964 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Orting High School often compared to?
Orting High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumner High School, Steilacoom High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orting High School?
The graduation rate of Orting High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Orting High School?
876 students attend Orting High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Orting High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orting High School?
Orting High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orting High School offer ?
Orting High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orting High School part of?
Orting High School is part of Orting School District.
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