Orange Grove Middle School

14505 Orange Grove Ave.
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 305 students in grades 6-8, Orange Grove Middle 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Orange Grove Middle School's student population of 305 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
305 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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School Rankings

Orange Grove Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Grove Middle School is 0.15, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#6163 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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17%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Orange Grove Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
39%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Orange Grove Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
12%
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Hispanic
92%
55%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Orange Grove Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
n/a
5%
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White
2%
21%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.15
This chart displays the diversity score of Orange Grove Middle School and the public school average diversity score of California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Orange Grove Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Orange Grove Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in California by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orange Grove Middle School's ranking?
Orange Grove Middle School is ranked #6163 out of 9,602 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orange Grove Middle School?
305 students attend Orange Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Orange Grove Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orange Grove Middle School?
Orange Grove Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Orange Grove Middle School offer ?
Orange Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orange Grove Middle School part of?
Orange Grove Middle School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.

School Reviews

5   9/19/2015
I need proof i went to school therein or around 1969 & 1970 Mr. Jolly was Principal & Mr. Houchin Vice i live in Mi. and need it for proof i have been here, this is what they said i need can you please help me. My name is James David Ford Jr. i lived at 1814 old canyon Dr. at the time. Thank You i hope you can help
- Posted by Student/Alumni - jdavi

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 305 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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