West Orange High School serves 2,142 students in grades 9-12.
West Orange High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Orange High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
West Orange High School's student population of 2,142 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 191 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
191 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Orange High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of West Orange High School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#953 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
34%
32%
Black
39%
15%
White
17%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Orange High School's ranking?
West Orange High School is ranked #953 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Orange High School?
The graduation rate of West Orange High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend West Orange High School?
2,142 students attend West Orange High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of West Orange High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Orange High School?
West Orange High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Orange High School offer ?
West Orange High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Orange High School part of?
West Orange High School is part of West Orange Public Schools School District.
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