Serving 2,474 students in grades 9-12, Orange Vista 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orange Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Orange Vista High School's student population of 2,474 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orange Vista High 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 Vista High School is 0.35, 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
#5385 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Vista High School's ranking?
Orange Vista High School is ranked #5385 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Orange Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Orange Vista High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Orange Vista High School?
2,474 students attend Orange Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Orange Vista High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orange Vista High School?
Orange Vista High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Orange Vista High School offer ?
Orange Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Orange Vista High School part of?
Orange Vista High School is part of Val Verde Unified School District.
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