Serving 558 students in grades 9-12, Orange Grove High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orange Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Orange Grove High School's student population of 558 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orange Grove High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Grove High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3255 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
35%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Grove High School's ranking?
Orange Grove High School is ranked #3255 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orange Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Orange Grove High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Orange Grove High School?
558 students attend Orange Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Orange Grove High School students are Hispanic, 35% 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 High School?
Orange Grove High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orange Grove High School offer ?
Orange Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Orange Grove High School part of?
Orange Grove High School is part of Orange Grove Independent School District.
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